20 Participants Needed

Storytelling and Mindfulness for Student Burnout

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Overseen ByRichard Davidson, PhD
Age: 18+
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Academic
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Trial Summary

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.

What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Storytelling and Mindfulness for Student Burnout?

Research shows that mindfulness-based programs like Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) can help reduce stress and improve mental health. These programs have been effective in reducing the risk of depression relapse and managing stress in healthcare settings, suggesting they may also help students experiencing burnout.12345

Is the Storytelling and Mindfulness Program safe for humans?

Mindfulness-based programs, like Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), have been studied in various settings and are generally considered safe for humans. They have been used to help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression without significant safety concerns.16789

How does the treatment of Mindfulness Practice and Storytelling Workshop differ from other treatments for student burnout?

This treatment is unique because it combines mindfulness practices, which help students manage stress and emotions, with storytelling workshops, offering a creative outlet to express and process experiences. Unlike traditional treatments that may focus solely on stress management, this approach integrates self-reflection and community support, potentially enhancing empathy and self-compassion.110111213

What is the purpose of this trial?

The purpose of this study is to evaluate an intervention for improving Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) graduate student wellbeing. Participants will be recruited from the University of Wisconsin-Madison graduate student body. Data will be collected from participants for up to 2 years, and the investigators anticipate that the study will last for 4 years.

Research Team

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Jo Handelsman, PhD

Principal Investigator

University of Wisconsin, Madison

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for STEM graduate students at the University of Wisconsin-Madison who are 18 or older and have little to no experience with mindfulness practices. It aims to help those feeling burnt out, depressed, or anxious.

Inclusion Criteria

Current graduate student in a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) field at the University of Wisconsin-Madison
No significant experience with mindfulness practice

Exclusion Criteria

Significant experience with mindfulness practice
Not a current graduate student in a STEM field at the University of Wisconsin-Madison

Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Intervention

Participants attend 2 storytelling workshops and use a guided mindfulness mobile app for 2 weeks

2 weeks
2 workshops (in-person), app usage (self-guided)

Control

Participants in the control group complete surveys without intervention

4 weeks
Survey completion (self-reported)

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for changes in wellbeing and academic success

4 weeks

Treatment Details

Interventions

  • Mindfulness Practice
  • Storytelling Workshop
Trial Overview The study tests whether storytelling workshops and mindfulness practice can improve wellbeing among grad students. Participants will be observed over a period of up to two years within the four-year duration of the trial.
Participant Groups
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Intervention groupExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Mindfulness and storytelling workshop intervention plus survey
Group II: Control groupActive Control1 Intervention
Survey only, no mindfulness/storytelling intervention

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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

University of Wisconsin, Madison

Lead Sponsor

Trials
1,249
Recruited
3,255,000+

Findings from Research

An abbreviated Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program consisting of 6 weekly 75-minute sessions can effectively be implemented during staff lunch breaks, making it a practical training option for healthcare providers and clinic staff.
This adapted MBSR program is not only feasible but also well-accepted, suggesting it could enhance the well-being of healthcare workers in a workplace setting.
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for Health Care Staff: Expanding Holistic Nursing Paradigms to the Whole System.Hazlett-Stevens, H.[2021]
Mindfulness training, which includes group instruction in various meditation styles, helps individuals focus on their present experiences without being overwhelmed by negative thoughts.
There is growing evidence that incorporating mindfulness training into chronic disease management can reduce psychological distress and enhance the quality of life for patients.
Mindfulness training: an adjunctive role in the management of chronic illness?Monshat, K., Castle, DJ.[2019]
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is a program designed to help individuals manage stress and emotions through mindfulness meditation, but current research shows significant methodological issues and a lack of robust evidence regarding its effectiveness.
While there is some preliminary evidence suggesting MBSR may be beneficial, the overall findings do not strongly support its widespread endorsement, indicating a need for more rigorous research to better understand its efficacy and mechanisms.
What do we really know about mindfulness-based stress reduction?Bishop, SR.[2022]

References

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for Health Care Staff: Expanding Holistic Nursing Paradigms to the Whole System. [2021]
Mindfulness training: an adjunctive role in the management of chronic illness? [2019]
What do we really know about mindfulness-based stress reduction? [2022]
The impact of mindfulness meditation in promoting a culture of safety on an acute psychiatric unit. [2012]
[Mindfulness-based psychotherapy]. [2021]
[Effect of mindfulness on symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression]. [2019]
Mindfulness-based stress reduction for managers: a randomized controlled study. [2020]
A Brief Mindfulness-Based Intervention (bMBI) to Reduce Teacher Stress and Burnout. [2022]
The Impact of an Innovative Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program on the Health and Well-Being of Nurses Employed in a Corporate Setting. [2022]
Mindfulness-based stress reduction for medical students: a narrative review. [2022]
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There Is No Performance, There Is Just This Moment: The Role of Mindfulness Instruction in Promoting Health and Well-Being Among Students at a Highly-Ranked University in the United States. [2019]
Mindfulness-based stress reduction training is associated with greater empathy and reduced anxiety for graduate healthcare students. [2013]
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Common humanity in the classroom: Increasing self-compassion and coping self-efficacy through a mindfulness-based intervention. [2022]
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