Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction to Improve Well-being in Black Adult Cancer Survivors, Communi… (NCT06767475) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction to Improve Well-being in Black Adult Cancer Survivors, Community Faith-based Mindfulness Ministry
United States65 participantsStarted 2024-12-31
Plain-language summary
This clinical trial evaluates the impact of a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program adjusted to include Christian principles on well-being in Black adult cancer survivors. Cancer survivors face a unique set of challenges that includes not only physical but also mental and spiritual well-being. Concerns related to both diagnosis and treatment profoundly impact the quality of life of Black cancer survivors. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) have been shown to be effective in improving psychological resilience, reducing anxiety, and enhancing the quality of life among cancer survivors. However, there is little research focusing on these interventions among Black adult cancer survivors. Research has shown that interventions that include cultural experiences, such as the role of religion, spirituality and faith, are more effective in maintaining psychological well-being in Black men. A MBSR program adjusted to include Christian principles may improve the well-being in Black adult cancer survivors.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* PHASE 0 DEVELOPMENT: Adults aged 18 or older
* PHASE 0 DEVELOPMENT: Ability to speak, read and understand English
* PHASE 0 DEVELOPMENT: Individuals personally affected by cancer, either through their own diagnosis or that of a loved one
* PHASE 0 DEVELOPMENT: Self-identifies as Black or African American
* PHASE 0 DEVELOPMENT: Membership or affiliation with a faith-based organization
* PHASE 0 PILOT TESTING: Adults aged 18 or older
* PHASE 0 PILOT TESTING: History of a cancer diagnosis
* PHASE 0 PILOT TESTING: Meets National Cancer Institute (NCI) cancer survivor definition (a person is a survivor from the time of diagnosis until the end of life)
* PHASE 0 PILOT TESTING: Ability to physically attend live MBI and complete web-based surveys and assessments
* PHASE 0 PILOT TESTING: Ability to speak, read and understand English
* PHASE 1: Adults aged 18 or older
* PHASE 1: History of a cancer diagnosis
* PHASE 1: Meets NCI cancer survivor definition (a person is a survivor from the time of diagnosis until the end of life)
* PHASE 1: Ability to physically attend live MBI and complete web-based surveys and assessments
* PHASE 1: Ability to speak, read and understand English
* PHASE 2: Adults aged 18 or older
* PHASE 2: History of a cancer diagnosis
* PHASE 2: Meets NCI Cancer Survivor definition (a person is a survivor from the time of diagnosis until the end of life)
* PHASE 2: Ability to physically attend live MBI and complete web-based surveys and assessme…
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Spiritual well-being
Timeframe: Pre-MBI, Post-MBI (immediately after MBI), 3 months, 6months