A Mindfulness Meditation-Based Intervention for Younger Breast Cancer Survivors
N/A
50 Years
Female
Younger Breast Cancer Survivors
Trial Information
A Mindfulness Meditation-Based Intervention for Younger Breast Cancer Survivors
Inclusion Criteria:
- women diagnosed with early, resectable breast cancer (Stage 0, I, II, or III) prior
to age 50
- have completed treatment with surgery, radiation, and/or chemotherapy at least 3
months previously.
Exclusion Criteria:
- have a breast cancer recurrence, metastasis, or another cancer diagnosis (excluding
non-melanoma skin cancer
- unable to commit to intervention schedule.
Type of Study:
Interventional
Study Design:
Allocation: Randomized, Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment, Masking: Open Label, Primary Purpose: Supportive Care
Outcome Measure:
Effect of Mindful Awareness Practices on daily living.
Outcome Description:
Participants meet for 6 weekly, 2hr group sessions that include presentation of theoretical materials on mindfulness,relaxation,and mind-body connection;experiential practice of meditation and gentle yoga;psycho-educational component for cancer survivors,and group process focused on solving problems concerning impediments to effective practice.Participants will be instructed to practice mindfulness techniques on a daily basis. Daily diaries will be kept by participants to record practice time, mood assessments, and self-reported questions on benefits and barriers to practicing.
Outcome Time Frame:
6 weeks
Safety Issue:
No
Principal Investigator
Patricia Ganz, M.D.
Investigator Role:
Principal Investigator
Investigator Affiliation:
Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center
Authority:
United States: Institutional Review Board
Study ID:
10-001799
NCT ID:
NCT01558258
Start Date:
April 2011
Completion Date:
Related Keywords:
- Younger Breast Cancer Survivors
- Breast Neoplasms
Name | Location |
|---|---|
| UCLA | Los Angeles, California 90095 |
