Mindfulness for Breast Cancer
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to adapt a mindfulness program for Spanish-speaking Latina patients with breast cancer to determine its effectiveness in reducing anxiety and depression. A community health worker will receive training to lead the program, and the trial will assess its cultural fit and effectiveness. Participants will either join a mindfulness group for six weeks or be placed on a waitlist. This trial suits Latina breast cancer patients treated in the past year who experience anxiety, depression, or sleep issues. Participants must speak Spanish and be willing to attend group sessions.
As an unphased trial, this study provides a unique opportunity to contribute to culturally tailored mental health support for Latina breast cancer patients.
Do I have to stop taking my current medications for the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It seems focused on mindfulness and does not mention medication changes.
What prior data suggests that this mindfulness program is safe for Latina patients with breast cancer?
Research has shown that mindfulness techniques are generally safe for people with cancer. Many studies have found that patients respond well to mindfulness activities, like those in this trial. For instance, women with breast cancer reported feeling less upset and experiencing better mental health through mindfulness. No major reports of harmful effects or serious problems have emerged from these methods. Instead, mindfulness often helps reduce anxiety, depression, and stress, indicating its safety and effectiveness.12345
Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about using mindfulness for breast cancer because it offers a non-invasive, holistic approach to support mental wellness alongside traditional treatments like surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation. Unlike standard medical treatments, mindfulness focuses on reducing stress and improving quality of life through mental exercises and relaxation techniques. This approach could complement existing therapies by helping patients manage anxiety and depression, potentially leading to better overall outcomes and a more positive treatment experience.
What evidence suggests that mindfulness might be an effective treatment for breast cancer?
Research has shown that mindfulness, which participants in this trial may receive, can help people with breast cancer by reducing anxiety and depression. Studies have found that mindfulness activities improve quality of life and lessen symptoms of depression and anxiety in cancer patients. One study found significant improvements in these areas, with changes being quite noticeable. Additionally, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy has demonstrated positive effects for breast cancer survivors, both mentally and physically. Overall, mindfulness practices offer a promising way to support emotional well-being in breast cancer patients. Participants in the control group will be placed on a waitlist.36789
Who Is on the Research Team?
Maria G Juarez-Reyes, MD, PhD
Principal Investigator
Stanford University
Lisa Golman-Rosas, PhD
Principal Investigator
Stanford University
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for Spanish-speaking Latinas who have had breast cancer treatment or endocrine therapy in the last year. They must identify as having anxiety, depression, or sleep disturbances and be able to sign consent. It's not for those with other diagnoses besides invasive breast cancer, non-Spanish speakers, certain mental health conditions, inability to attend sessions, or current participation in similar programs.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants attend 6 weekly educational and mindfulness sessions
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in anxiety, depression, and sleep quality post-intervention
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Control group
- Mindfulness
Trial Overview
The study tests a mindfulness program translated into Spanish and delivered by a trained community health worker. Its cultural acceptability and feasibility are evaluated alongside its effectiveness at reducing anxiety and depression among Latina breast cancer patients.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Active Control
Placebo Group
Participants will attend 6 weekly educational and mindfulness sessions
Participants will be placed on a wait list
Mindfulness is already approved in United States, European Union, Canada for the following indications:
- Substance Abuse Treatment
- Anxiety Disorders
- Depression
- Stress Management
- Anxiety Disorders
- Chronic Pain
- Depression
- Anxiety Disorders
- Substance Abuse Treatment
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Stanford University
Lead Sponsor
Citations
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bmcwomenshealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12905-023-02486-xImmediate impact of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy ...
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) may have positive physiological and psychological benefits for breast cancer survivors.
Effects of mindfulness-based stress reduction on quality of life ...
The results of the meta-analysis showed that MBSR therapy were significantly better than standard care in reducing FOR in breast cancer patients ...
Mindfulness-Based Interventions in Cancer Survivors
Among cancer patients, multiple systematic reviews have provided evidence for the efficacy of MBIs in reducing symptoms of mood disturbance, ...
Mindfulness‐based stress reduction for women diagnosed ...
MBSR seems to benefit patients with mood disorders and chronic pain, and it may also benefit women with breast cancer.
The mindfulness-based stress reduction program for ...
This study aims to evaluate the efficacy and effectiveness of a mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) program in improving sleep in cancer survivors.
Mindfulness Based Intervention vs Cognitive Behavioral ...
Several systematic reviews have shown the effectiveness of MBIs in improving anxiety and depressive symptoms, sleep, fatigue, disease adaptation and stress ...
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