A Trial of an Online Mindfulness Based Programme for Informal Caregivers of People With Chronic Illnesses
Launched by UNIVERSITY OF DUBLIN, TRINITY COLLEGE · Feb 8, 2017
Trial Information
Current as of May 20, 2025
Terminated
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
The primary aim of the project is to pilot test the delivery of an online Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) programme to informal caregivers of people with chronic illnesses in one region in Ireland so as to determine the feasibility of delivering the intervention to caregivers in Ireland.
A two-group randomised pilot-feasibility trial comparing the online MBSR programme (intervention) with no programme (control). The MBSR programme is delivered online over 8 weeks. Weekly email and telephone contact will be maintained with participants in the intervention group for the duration of...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Be 18 years of age and over
- • Provide unpaid care to an adult or child with a chronic illness
- • Not suffer from a severe mental illness
- • Be ready to commit to the course at this point in their lives.
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Caregivers who are under the age of 18 years.
- • Caregivers who have a serious mental illness, such as severe anxiety/depression.
- • Caregivers who are in receipt of current and regular treatment from a psychologist or psychiatrist.
- • Caregivers with an active or recent physical addiction to alcohol or drugs.
- • Caregivers who are already engaged in similar research.
- • Caregivers who have already participated in mindfulness based stress reduction (MBSR) or MBCT training.
About University Of Dublin, Trinity College
Trinity College Dublin, a prestigious university renowned for its commitment to research excellence and innovation, serves as a leading sponsor of clinical trials. With a strong emphasis on advancing medical knowledge and improving patient outcomes, the university leverages its interdisciplinary expertise and state-of-the-art facilities to conduct high-quality clinical research. Collaborating with healthcare professionals and industry partners, Trinity College aims to translate scientific discoveries into practical applications, fostering an environment of rigorous inquiry and ethical standards in clinical investigation.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Dublin, , Ireland
Dublin, , Ireland
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Margarita Corry
Principal Investigator
University of Dublin, Trinity College
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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