Activity Program for Women Recovering from Abuse

(MFT Trial)

Recruiting at 1 trial location

Overseen By David Kosson, PhD

Age: 18+

Sex: Female

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science

Disqualifiers: No internet, Active, Health problems

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: 3

Duration: 8 weeks

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

The study will test whether an online physical activity program that includes mindfulness can increase activity in women who have been abused by a relationship partner. The study also aims to test whether this intervention can improve their ability to control their emotions and use mindfulness and reduce their stress and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) symptoms. The intervention is on the internet and provides participants with informational videos, as well as support and encouragement from other program participants. The intervention aims to encourage participants to choose their own physical activities and also includes components designed to foster healthy regulation of emotion (addressing negative thoughts and feelings that may get in the way of exercise, recognizing accomplishments and rewarding oneself, etc.) This activity intervention is designed to take eight weeks. Participants are tested initially (at baseline), halfway through the program (Week 4) and at the end of the program (Week 8).

Research Team

Steven Miller, PhD

Principal Investigator

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science

David Kosson, PhD

Principal Investigator

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for women who have experienced abuse from a relationship partner and are looking to increase their physical activity, improve emotion regulation, and reduce stress and PTSD symptoms. Participants should be comfortable using the internet as the program is online.

Inclusion Criteria

I am female.

Currently involved with A Safe Place in Zion, IL

Reporting a previous relationship with an individual that included abuse or trauma

Exclusion Criteria

I have health issues that make physical activity unsafe.

Women without reliable internet access

Individuals already meeting physical activity guidelines (150 minutes of physical activity or more per week)

Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants engage in an 8-week online physical activity program with mindfulness components

8 weeks

3 assessments (baseline, Week 4, Week 8)

Follow-up

Participants' continued use of the program is examined for 4 additional weeks after the main intervention

4 weeks

Treatment Details

Interventions

• Moving Forward Together Activity Intervention

Trial Overview The 'Moving Forward Together 2.0' intervention tests an online program combining physical activity with mindfulness to help participants exercise more, manage emotions better, and lower stress levels. It includes videos, peer support, and encourages self-chosen activities over eight weeks.

Participant Groups

Group I: Moving Forward Together Activity Intervention Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

This is a single-arm project. All participants receive the same experimental intervention. The intervention is a gentle program encouraging greater participation in physical activity and healthy regulation of emotions.

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science

Lead Sponsor

Trials

15

Recruited

690+