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Behavioral Intervention

Biophilic Design for Mental Health in Healthcare Workers

N/A
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Led By Mar Cortes, MD
Research Sponsored by Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Be older than 18 years old
Must not have
Age under 18
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 6 weeks
Awards & highlights
No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial is testing Recharge Rooms, which are special spaces designed to reduce stress and anxiety using calming sights, sounds, and smells inspired by nature. The study focuses on healthcare workers who often face high stress levels. The goal is to see if spending time in these rooms can improve their mental and physical health.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for healthcare workers over the age of 18 at Mount Sinai Hospital or Icahn School of Medicine. It's designed to help those experiencing trauma, anxiety, or stress related to their job.
What is being tested?
The study tests 'Recharge Rooms' with biophilic design—spaces that use nature-inspired elements like plant imitations, natural landscape projections, tailored lighting, nature sounds with music, and calming scents—to improve mental health.
What are the potential side effects?
Since this intervention involves sensory experiences in a controlled environment without medications or invasive procedures, no significant side effects are expected.

Eligibility Criteria

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:
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I am younger than 18 years old.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~6 weeks
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 6 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary study objectives
Well-Being Index
Secondary study objectives
Automatic Blood Pressure
Brief Resilience Scale (BRS)
Coherence by EEG
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Awards & Highlights

No Placebo-Only Group
All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.

Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Biophilic experienceExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Healthcare workers will experience the biophilic-designed room

Research Highlights

Information in this section is not a recommendation. We encourage patients to speak with their healthcare team when evaluating any treatment decision.
Mechanism Of Action
Side Effect Profile
Prior Approvals
Other Research
Common treatments for mental health that are similar to the Recharge Rooms include mindfulness-based practices, meditation, and relaxation therapies. These treatments work by engaging the parasympathetic nervous system, which helps to reduce stress and anxiety. They often involve focusing attention on calming stimuli, such as nature sounds, soothing visuals, and pleasant scents, which can lower cortisol levels and promote a sense of well-being. For mental health patients, these treatments are crucial as they provide non-pharmacological options to manage symptoms, improve emotional regulation, and enhance overall mental health without the side effects associated with medication.
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Who is running the clinical trial?

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount SinaiLead Sponsor
910 Previous Clinical Trials
542,348 Total Patients Enrolled
Mar Cortes, MDPrincipal InvestigatorIcahn School of Medicine

Media Library

Bio-Experiential Spaces (Behavioral Intervention) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05227352 — N/A
Mental Health Research Study Groups: Biophilic experience
Mental Health Clinical Trial 2023: Bio-Experiential Spaces Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05227352 — N/A
Bio-Experiential Spaces (Behavioral Intervention) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05227352 — N/A
~3 spots leftby Feb 2025