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NCT00615082 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
The Balance Study Balancing Life and Reducing Stress For Those Providing Elder Care
A NA study, sponsored by HealthPartners Institute.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 78
- Enrollment target
NCT00615082 is a NA study that has completed, run by HealthPartners Institute. The registered enrollment target is 78 participants.
The verdict
NCT00615082, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by HealthPartners Institute.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 78 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
The primary goals of this exploratory/developmental (R21) study are to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of a MBSR intervention for caregivers of patients with dementia, and to estimate the effectiveness of program outcomes on standardized measures of perceived stress, psychological distress and caregiver burden. We will randomize 60 caregivers 1:1 to participate in: 1.) an intervention arm consisting of a MBSR program that includes 8 weeks of group instruction in mindfulness meditation techniques followed by home practice, or 2.) an active control arm consisting of a standard 8 week Community Caregiver Education and Support (CESS) program.
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
- BEHAVIORAL Caregiver Education & Social Support
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 78 participants |
| Start Date | 2007-02 |
| Est. Completion | 2011-03 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT00615082
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT00615082 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 78 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is HealthPartners Institute, which has 146 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 2 interventions - of which Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction is the first listed.
NCT00615082 reports 0 study locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT00615082 about?
NCT00615082 is a clinical study titled "The Balance Study Balancing Life and Reducing Stress For Those Providing Elder Care". The primary goals of this exploratory/developmental (R21) study are to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of a MBSR intervention for caregivers of patients with dementia, and to estimate the effectiveness of program outcomes on standardized measures of perceived stress, psychological distres...
What is the current status of trial NCT00615082?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 78 participants. The study started on 2007-02. Estimated completion is 2011-03.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT00615082?
The interventions under investigation include: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (BEHAVIORAL), Caregiver Education & Social Support (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT00615082?
This trial is sponsored by HealthPartners Institute, which has 146 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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