Online Mindfulness and Lifestyle Programs for Adults with Cognitive Concerns
Development of Online Mind-body Training Programs for Adults With Subjective Cognitive Decline
This study is trying to create online mindfulness and healthy living programs for older adults who are noticing changes in their thinking to see how they can be improved for future use.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 50 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Ohio State University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Columbus, Ohio) |
| Trial ID | NCT06410807 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to develop web-based mindfulness and lifestyle education programs for adults experiencing subjective cognitive decline. Participants will engage in focus groups to discuss healthy living and provide feedback on the content and format of the interventions. The insights gained will help refine the mindfulness and lifestyle education protocols for future randomized controlled trials. The study addresses the need for accessible cognitive health interventions, particularly for older adults at risk for Alzheimer's Disease.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 50 and older who report subjective cognitive decline but have normal cognitive performance on standardized tests.
Not a fit: Patients with diagnosed neurological disorders, mild cognitive impairment, or significant psychiatric conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide accessible tools for improving cognitive health and delaying the onset of Alzheimer's Disease in at-risk adults.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that mindfulness training can improve cognitive functioning in older adults, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 50 years of age or older * Report subjective cognitive decline with normatively intact performance on cognitive testing * Capable of attending the assessment and the majority of focus group sessions * Fluent English speaker * Corrected (near and far) visual acuity of 20/40 or better * Adequate hearing for experimental purposes * Absence of diagnosed terminal illness * Absence of diagnosed neurological disorders * No history of psychotic disorder or substance abuse disorder * Absence of any psychiatric disorder that was 1) diagnosed by a psychologist or psychiatrist and 2) diagnosed within the past 2 years OR symptoms and/or treatment is ongoing * Absence of medication use that significantly alters brain activity * No history of diagnosed learning disability that would interfere with the completion of cognitive tasks * No evidence of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or dementia: \>1 standard deviation (SD) below demographically adjusted normative mean on both measures of one domain OR \>1 SD below demographically adjusted normative mean on at least one measure of all three domains OR inadequate self-reported performance of instrumental activities of daily living * Able to engage in light stretching exercises with or without assistive devices * No regular practice of meditation or yoga (defined as once or more per week) AND no previous participation in a structured mindfulness class such as MBSR * Access to the internet Exclusion Criteria: * Not 50 years of age or older * Does not report subjective cognitive decline AND/ OR does not perform in the normatively intact range on cognitive testing * Any physical limitation or pragmatic limitation that prohibits attendance at assessment and focus group sessions * No fluency in English * Corrected (near or far) visual acuity worse than 20/40 * Self-reported hearing impairment that would affect their ability to hear the experimenter * Diagnosis of terminal illness * Presence of diagnosed neurological disorders * History of psychotic disorder or substance abuse disorder diagnosed by a psychologist or psychiatrist * Presence of any psychiatric disorder that was 1) diagnosed by a psychologist or psychiatrist and 2) diagnosed within the past 2 years OR symptoms/treatment is ongoing * Medication use that significantly alters brain activity * History of diagnosed learning disability that would interfere with completion of the cognitive tasks * Evidence of MCI or dementia: \>1 SD below demographically adjusted normative mean on both measures of one domain OR \>1 SD below demographically adjusted normative mean on at least one measure of all three domains OR inadequate self-reported performance of instrumental activities of daily living * Actual or perceived limitation that prohibits engaging in light stretching exercises with or without assistive devices * Any regular practice of meditation or yoga (defined as once or more per week) OR previous participation in a structured mindfulness class such as MBSR * No access to the internet
Where this trial is running
Columbus, Ohio
- Department of Psychology, The Ohio State University — Columbus, Ohio, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ruchika Prakash, PhD — Ohio State University
- Study coordinator: Nathan McPherson
- Email: mcpherson.198@osu.edu
- Phone: 614-292-9568
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.