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A Podcast Mind-Body Program for Military Caregiver

Not Applicable
Completed
Conditions
Stress, Psychological
Registration Number
NCT03732183
Lead Sponsor
Massachusetts General Hospital
Brief Summary

The purpose of this pilot study is to test the efficacy, feasibility, and acceptability of a brief, online, mind-body wellness program to reduce stress and promote resilience in military caregivers.

Detailed Description

The investigators are piloting a brief, online, mind-body program to reduce stress in military caregivers. Eligible participants are, 1) At least 18 years old 2) Serving as military caregivers and 3) have regular access to a smartphone or computer. The investigators have adapted the SMART-3RP into a brief podcast, which we plan to administer daily. Participants will be administered questionnaires at baseline, mid-program, and post-program to assess for symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression. Participants will be compensated for completing all measures.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
55
Inclusion Criteria
  • Military Caregivers
  • 18 years of age
  • Regular Access to smartphone or computer
Exclusion Criteria
  • Non-Military Caregivers
  • Under 18 years of age
  • No regular access to smartphone or computer

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10)1 month

total score ranges 0-40

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Patient Health Questionnaire-8 (PHQ-8)1 month

score ranges from 0-24

Generalized Anxeity Disorder-7 (GAD-7)1 month

score ranges from 0-21

Medical Symptom Checklist (MSCL)1 month

score ranges from 0-175

PROMIS - Satisfaction with Participation in Social Roles - Short Form (SPSR):1 month

raw scores range from 8-40

PROMIS - Ability to Participate in Social Roles and Activities - Short Form 4A (ASPRA):1 month

raw scores range from 4-20

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

MassGH

🇺🇸

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

MassGH
🇺🇸Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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