A Self-Guided Mobile Mindfulness Intervention Embedded in Daily Routines for Adults With Mild to Moderate Psychological Distress: Randomized Controlled Trial.
JMIR Ment Health July 15, 2026 DOI: 10.2196/98056 (opens in new tab) via PubMed
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractA randomized controlled trial tested a self-guided mobile mindfulness intervention integrated into daily routines for adults with mild to moderate psychological distress. The intervention, delivered via a smartphone app, aimed to reduce distress by prompting mindfulness practices during everyday activities. Results indicated that the intervention led to significant reductions in psychological distress compared to a control condition, with effects sustained at follow-up. The study suggests that embedding mindfulness into daily routines can be an effective, accessible approach for managing mild to moderate distress.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Randomized controlled trial Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | Adults with mild to moderate psychological distress |
| Intervention | Self-guided mobile mindfulness intervention |
| Key finding | The self-guided mobile mindfulness intervention significantly reduced psychological distress compared to control, with effects maintained at follow-up. |
Abstract
A Self-Guided Mobile Mindfulness Intervention Embedded in Daily Routines for Adults With Mild to Moderate Psychological Distress: Randomized Controlled Trial.