Self-Compassion for Multiple Sclerosis
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
The goal of this clinical trial is to develop and investigate a compassion-based intervention (Mindful Self-Compassion course) in people with multiple sclerosis. The main objectives are: 1. Explore feasibility of trial processes including recruitment, adherence, retention, and follow-up 2. Explore experiences of people with multiple sclerosis with the Compassion-based intervention, including perceived effects, barriers and facilitators to participation, suggestions for improvement 3. Determine potential effects on stress, anxiety, depression, emotion regulation, illness adjustment, and self-compassion. Participants will be asked to take part in an 8-week online Mindful Self-Compassion course and report changes in levels of stress, anxiety, depression, self-compassion, adjustment, emotion, and quality of life from pre- to post-intervention and at 3-month follow-up. Additionally, participants will be asked to take part in a semi-structured interview to explore their experiences with the course, perceived effects, and suggestions for improvement.
Research Team
Robert Simpson, PhD
Principal Investigator
Unity Health Toronto
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for individuals with multiple sclerosis interested in exploring how a self-compassion course might affect their well-being. Participants should be willing to engage in an 8-week online course and provide feedback on their experience.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants take part in an 8-week online Mindful Self-Compassion course
Follow-up
Participants report changes in stress, anxiety, depression, self-compassion, adjustment, emotion, and quality of life at 3-month follow-up
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) course
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Robert Simpson
Lead Sponsor