Meditation for Cancer Survivors
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
This clinical trial compares the impact of four types of meditation practices, breathing only, focused attention only, mindfulness only, and breathing, focused attention and mindfulness combined, for relaxation in cancer survivors. Studies show that many patients with cancer experience stress and anxiety. Meditation therapy uses a variety of techniques, such as breathing, sound, or movement, that may help to decrease distress and anxiety and enhance the health and quality of life of patients with cancer. The trial is being done to find out how meditation can help cancer survivors feel relaxed and attain a peaceful state of mind.
Do I need 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 is best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Meditation Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Mindfulness-Based Cancer Recovery (MBCR), Mindfulness Meditation for cancer survivors?
Is meditation safe for cancer survivors?
How does the treatment Meditation Therapy differ from other treatments for cancer survivors?
Meditation Therapy, specifically Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), is unique because it focuses on reducing stress and increasing present-moment awareness through attentional and meditative exercises, which can improve psychological well-being and quality of life for cancer survivors. Unlike traditional medical treatments, MBSR is a complementary health approach that can be practiced online and has shown potential benefits in reducing symptoms like depression, anxiety, and insomnia, especially with consistent daily practice.23478
Research Team
Richard T. Lee
Principal Investigator
City of Hope Medical Center
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for cancer survivors who are looking to reduce stress and anxiety through meditation. Participants will try one of four meditation practices to see which helps them relax the most.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants learn one of four meditation practices with an instructor over 60 minutes for 3 sessions within 6 weeks, practice at home, and undergo saliva sample collection
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for relaxation and adherence to meditation practices
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Meditation Therapy
Meditation Therapy is already approved in United States, Canada, European Union for the following indications:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Stress
- Sleep Disturbances
- Quality of Life Improvement in Cancer Survivors
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Stress
- Fatigue
- Sleep Disturbances
- Quality of Life Improvement in Cancer Survivors
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Stress
- Sleep Disturbances
- Quality of Life Improvement in Cancer Survivors
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
City of Hope Medical Center
Lead Sponsor
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Collaborator