Mindful Self-Compassion for Anxiety and Depression
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The study will compare 8-week Mindful Self-Compassion training, compared to a control group that does not receive the intervention, on anxiety and depression symptom severity in patients with diagnosed anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, and panic disorder) or major depressive disorder.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial allows some psychiatric medications, like certain sleep medications and anti-depressants, if you've been on a stable dose for at least 8 weeks before starting and plan to continue at the same dose during the trial. However, medications like barbiturates or antipsychotics are not allowed.
Is Mindful Self-Compassion safe for humans?
How does the Mindful Self-Compassion treatment differ from other treatments for anxiety and depression?
Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) is unique because it combines mindfulness meditation with self-compassion training, focusing on self-kindness, common humanity, and mindfulness to help individuals relate to painful experiences. Unlike other treatments, MSC is an 8-week program that includes meditations and informal practices like soothing touch and self-compassionate letter writing, aiming to cultivate self-compassion and improve emotional regulation.12678
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Mindful Self-Compassion for Anxiety and Depression?
Who Is on the Research Team?
Elizabeth Hoge, MD
Principal Investigator
Georgetown University
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults with anxiety disorders (like social anxiety, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, or agoraphobia) or major depression who feel they aren't very self-compassionate. Participants must understand the study and agree to all parts of it. People can't join if they've had certain mental health treatments recently, have severe medical conditions that could interfere, are pregnant, prisoners, or plan to be away during the study.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive Mindful Self-Compassion training in weekly classes for 8 weeks
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Mindful Self-Compassion
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Georgetown University
Lead Sponsor