Journal of pediatric psychology
October 1, 2024
Molly Basch, Francesca Lupini, Sally Ho et al.
8 citations
A virtual mindfulness-based intervention adapted for adolescents with type 1 diabetes and elevated depression or anxiety symptoms was compared to a health education program in a pilot trial. Among 42 adolescents aged 12–17, 55% of screened youth were eligible and all enrolled. Retention was 93%, session attendance 96%, and survey completion 93% at follow-ups. Both groups showed declines in depression, anxiety, disordered eating, diabetes distress, and HbA1c over time, with trends toward greater reductions in depression and HbA1c in the mindfulness group. The findings suggest both interventions are feasible and acceptable, but a full trial is needed to test whether the mindfulness approach is more effective.
Contemporary Clinical Trials
June 1, 2024
Natalia Sanchez, Michele Chen, Sally Ho et al.
3 citations
A protocol for a multisite pilot and feasibility randomized controlled trial compares a six-week mindfulness-based intervention, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and health education groups for 120 adolescents ages 12-17 with elevated depression symptoms, body mass index at or above the 85th percentile, and a family history of diabetes. The trial, conducted across four U.S. sites, aims to assess intervention fidelity, recruitment feasibility, and acceptability. Primary outcomes include at least 80% adherence to intervention protocols and at least 80% enrollment of eligible youth. Findings will guide the design of a future multisite efficacy trial evaluating whether mindfulness can reduce depression and improve insulin resistance in adolescents at risk for type 2 diabetes.
Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology
December 1, 2024
Reagan L. Miller, Lauren B Shomaker, Mark A. Prince et al.
2 citations
A mindfulness-based intervention combined with community mentoring, compared to mentoring alone, reduced the negative effects of daily life stressors on momentary mindfulness and emotion regulation among adolescents exposed to chronic stressors. In a randomized trial with 81 adolescents (average age 13.75 years; 56% boys; 24% Hispanic/Latino, 57% White), those receiving the mindfulness intervention showed small but significant improvements in mindful attention, mindful nonjudgment, and emotion regulation difficulties at postintervention. The findings suggest mindfulness training may buffer adolescents from the harmful impacts of stress in daily life.
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
October 16, 2024
Kasey D Klimo, Jessica Walls Wilson, Charlotte Farewell et al.
1 citation
An online mindfulness program adapted for LGBTQ+ adolescents, Learning to Breathe-Queer (L2B-Q), was tested in a pilot study with twenty participants. The program showed feasible recruitment and assessment retention, acceptable content with some delivery areas needing improvement, and was safe and tolerable. From before to after the intervention, adolescents reported decreased depression and anxiety, and improved intuitive eating, physical activity, and LGBTQ+ identity self-awareness, with moderate-to-large effects. The findings suggest that adapted mindfulness-based interventions can benefit LGBTQ+ youth and warrant further optimization and testing.