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Behavioral Intervention

Online Mindfulness Program for Parents of Children with Autism

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Led By Megan Chang, PhD
Research Sponsored by San Jose State University
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
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Must have
Be between 18 and 65 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up from midpoint to exit evaluation (approximately 3 months from baseline to 6 months from baseline)
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Study Summary

This trial will investigate how an 8-week online Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program affects parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It will measure psychological, behavioral and physiological changes and the effects of online vs. in-person delivery.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for parents of children aged 6-12 with autism who speak English and haven't had prior mindfulness training or severe mental illness. They shouldn't be in psychotherapy or on medications for health issues, and must commit to an 8-week online program.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests if an online Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program helps parents manage stress, improve resilience, sleep better, and support their child's behavior. It compares results before and after the course using psychological assessments and physical stress measures.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this intervention involves a non-invasive therapy focused on meditation and mindfulness practices, significant side effects are not expected. However, participants may experience emotional discomfort when addressing personal stressors during the program.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~from midpoint to exit evaluation (approximately 3 months from baseline to 6 months from baseline)
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and from midpoint to exit evaluation (approximately 3 months from baseline to 6 months from baseline) for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Change in Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale from baseline to exit evaluation
Change in Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale from baseline to midpoint
Change in Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale from midpoint to exit evaluation
Secondary outcome measures
Electrodermal activity (EDA)
Mindfulness Attention Awareness Scale
Parenting Stress Index - 4th edition Short Form
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Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Online MBSR 1Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
received modified online 8-week group-based MBSR intervention delivered by a UMASS trained MBSR instructor
Group II: Waitlist controlActive Control1 Intervention
On a waiting list to receive the identical intervention as the treatment group after the active treatment group completes.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

San Jose State UniversityLead Sponsor
10 Previous Clinical Trials
1,917 Total Patients Enrolled
Megan Chang, PhDPrincipal InvestigatorSan Jose State University

Frequently Asked Questions

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Could I potentially enroll in this medical study?

"Individuals that wish to participate in this research project must be mindful, between the ages of 21 and 64. The total amount of applicants needed is 24."

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How many participants are participating in this research project?

"Affirmative. Based on the information on clinicaltrials.gov, this research is currently recruiting volunteers to participate in the study; it was initially posted on August 15th 2022 and its most recent update occurred June 18th 2023. 24 participants need to be found from a single site."

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What does this research endeavor aim to accomplish?

"This clinical study will track the participants' Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale scores from their baseline to midpoint (about 3 months later). Secondary objectives include measuring Parenting Stress Index - 4th edition Short Form, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, and World Health Organization Quality of Life- BREF. These assessments use response scales ranging from 1-5 with higher numbers indicating more stress or poorer quality of life."

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Are there currently any opportunities for individuals to participate in this research?

"Affirmative. An analysis of the clinicaltrials.gov database demonstrates that recruitment for this trial is still ongoing, with an original posting date on August 15th 2022 and a most recent update being June 18th 2023."

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Are the recruiters for this experiment seeking out individuals over fifty?

"This clinical study is currently recruiting patients aged 21 to 64. Those under 18 and those over 65 have several other alternatives, with 29 trials available for the former group and 75 for the latter cohort."

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Who else is applying?

What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Did not meet criteria

Why did patients apply to this trial?

My son has T1D, asd, and adhd, high cholesterol, and now we are finding he has growth hormone deficiency too.
PatientReceived 2+ prior treatments
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Online Mindfulness-based Program for Parents of Children With Autism
Megan Chang 2022. "Online Mindfulness-based Program for Parents of Children With Autism". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT05913869.
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