Using mindfulness to reduce stress and improve health outcomes
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction: An Implementation Science-Informed Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
This study is looking at how well Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) can help people with depression, anxiety, and chronic pain, and it aims to find out if it should be covered by health insurance to improve treatment options for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11014383 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) in treating conditions like depression, anxiety, and chronic pain. It aims to conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis of existing clinical trials to assess the strength of evidence supporting MBSR. By collaborating with stakeholders, the research will identify key questions and barriers regarding MBSR's inclusion in health insurance coverage. The ultimate goal is to provide insights that could lead to better treatment options and improved health outcomes for patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals suffering from chronic pain, anxiety, or depression who may benefit from mindfulness interventions.
Not a fit: Patients with acute mental health crises or those who do not respond to mindfulness techniques may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to greater acceptance and coverage of mindfulness-based therapies, improving mental health and quality of life for many patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous systematic reviews of mindfulness interventions have shown promising results, indicating that this approach is both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Brown University — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Loucks, Eric — Brown University
- Study coordinator: Loucks, Eric
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.