Mindfulness and Life Skills Programs for Behavioral Issues
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether participants need to stop taking their current medications.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment L2B, L2B + App, skills for success in the clinical trial Mindfulness and Life Skills Programs for Behavioral Issues?
Mindfulness-based programs have been shown to be effective in many studies, including for substance use disorders and personality disorders, by improving symptoms like depression, anxiety, and anger. Additionally, mindfulness delivered through smartphone applications has been evaluated for its effectiveness, suggesting potential benefits for similar app-based treatments.12345
Is the Mindfulness and Life Skills Program safe for participants?
How is the treatment 'Mindfulness and Life Skills Programs for Behavioral Issues' different from other treatments?
This treatment is unique because it combines mindfulness (a practice of being present and aware) with life skills training, which can help manage emotions and behaviors. Unlike traditional treatments that may focus solely on medication or therapy, this approach integrates mindfulness to potentially reduce anxiety and depression, as seen in similar programs for adolescents.1112131415
What is the purpose of this trial?
This study involves a 3-arm randomized controlled trial designed to investigate the feasibility and acceptability of three preventive interventions designed to reduce risk for escalations in adolescent conduct problems. High school students identified to be at risk for conduct problems will be randomly assigned to one of three intervention options, including a mindfulness-based program, a mindfulness-based program augmented by a new mobile app, and a life skills program. Assessments related to intervention outcomes will be completed by adolescents, parents/guardians, and teachers at baseline, 2 weeks post-intervention, and at a 3-month follow-up.
Research Team
Timothy Piehler
Principal Investigator
University of Minnesota
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for 9th or 10th grade students in a partner school district who are at risk for conduct problems, as indicated by a screening tool or referral from school staff. Participants and their parents must be fluent in English.Inclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Intervention
Participants are randomly assigned to one of three intervention options: a mindfulness-based program, a mindfulness-based program with a mobile app, or a life skills program
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for intervention outcomes at a 3-month follow-up
Treatment Details
Interventions
- L2B
- L2B + App
- skills for success
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Minnesota
Lead Sponsor