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Shift-and-persist and Cardiometabolic Markers Among Women in Puerto Rico: A Pilot of a Mindfulness-based Trial
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Mindfulness-based Stress reduction program: Virtual and Home exercises for Psychological Distress and Cardiometabolic Syndrome. Completed, enrolled 24 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of a 4-week mindfulness program among young women in Puerto Rico with elevated stress. The main questions it aims to answer are: * how feasible and acceptable is a s a 4-week mindfulness program among participants with elevated stress * what are the changes in psychological resilience, psychological distress, health behaviors, and cardiometabolic markers Participants will be asked to * attend 4 weekly virtual sessions and daily mindfulness exercises at home * complete online study questionnaires
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Through mindfulness meditation and a series of carefully crafted exercises, MBSR equips individuals with powerful tools to manage stress, reduce anxiety, and enhance their overall well-being. Participants will complete 4 weekly virtual sessions covering topics like introduction to stress and its consequences, awareness of sensations, and thoughts, mindful eating, and mindful walking.
Following each virtual session, participants will be given home exercises like practicing awareness of breathing, awareness of thoughts, and awareness of eating.