Mindfulness training with breathing feedback for young adults
Mindfulness Training and Respiration Biosignal Feedback - Study 1
This study is testing a new feature on a meditation app that helps young adults with stress by using breathing feedback to see if it improves their mindfulness skills.
Quick facts
| Phase | Phase 1 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 80 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 30 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Equa Health Industry-sponsored |
| Locations | 1 site (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) |
| Trial ID | NCT06625697 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This research aims to develop a new breathing feature on the meditation app Equa, targeting young adults experiencing psychological distress. Participants will engage in 14 guided mindfulness meditation sessions while their physiological responses, such as heart rate, are monitored using smartphone technology and a specialized shirt. The study will assess how these physiological changes correlate with improvements in mindfulness skills through pre- and post-session questionnaires. The goal is to create an algorithm that provides real-time feedback on participants' physiological states during meditation.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are young adults aged 18-30 who are experiencing psychological distress and are interested in mindfulness meditation.
Not a fit: Patients who are currently pregnant or have a diagnosis of psychosis or schizophrenia may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance mindfulness practices by providing personalized feedback to help young adults manage psychological distress more effectively.
How similar studies have performed: While the integration of physiological feedback in mindfulness practices is an emerging field, similar studies have shown promise in enhancing meditation experiences.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Ages 18-30 years of Age * Fluent in English * Psychological distress * Willing to participate in guided meditation or stress management training. * Willing and able to wear earbud headphones and a shirt which uses sensors to track motion and physiological measures. * Willing to provide ratings on their training experience Exclusion Criteria: * Currently pregnant * Current or previous diagnosis with psychosis or schizophrenia
Where this trial is running
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- GATF Building, 4615 Forbes Avenue — Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: David Creswell, PhD — Equa Health
- Study coordinator: Jordan D Albert, BS
- Email: jordan@equahealth.io
- Phone: 412-652-8585
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.