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Asthma Symptom Management Through Mindfulness Training
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Healthy Living Course (HLC) for Asthma. Completed, enrolled 233 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Asthma is one of the four most common adult chronic disorders. Supporting asthma patients in improving their asthma control and symptoms as well as their quality of life are important goals in clinical management. This study will test the effect of a widely-available mindfulness training program in improving asthma control and symptoms and quality of life among patients with asthma, and explore the relationship between asthma control and a number of factors, including how well patients perceive their respiratory symptoms.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program consists of 8 weekly classes plus an all-day class to train participants in mindfulness and its application, including addressing challenges arising from chronic diseases and life stresses.
The Healthy Living Course (HLC) consists of 8 weekly classes plus an all-day class providing lectures and discussions about health-related topics. The purpose of the HLC is to match the MBSR for time, attention and group support