Comparison of Stress Reduction Techniques

There are many ways to reduce stress. This study will compare 2 different programs for reducing stress. In addition to looking at how well the programs reduce stress, we will also ask questions about how these programs may be working.

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Key information

Conditions

Stress

Age range

25 year–50 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

University of Connecticut- Storrs, Storrs, Connecticut, United States

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

25-50 years of age
Able to engage in moderate physical activity
Interested in being treated for stress

Exclusion criteria

Use of psychotropic medications within 6 months prior to study.
History of extreme physical or psychological trauma.
Medical conditions that would interfere with study procedures or confound results, such as diabetes, pregnancy, or paralysis.
Axis I psychiatric diagnosis; e.g., history of substance use disorder, psychotic disorder, bipolar disorder, or eating disorder.

Treatment and study plan

Program 2

Behavioral

A well-established behavioral method for reducing stress. To maintain blinding, details will be given to participants after randomization.

Program 1

Behavioral

A well-established behavioral method for reducing stress. To maintain blinding, details will be given to participants after randomization.

Primary outcomes

Change in Perceived Stress

Time frame: baseline to 24 weeks

Participants will complete a short questionnaire about how stressed they feel. There will be 4 time points: baseline, week 8, week 12, week 24.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Massachusetts General Hospital

Other

Collaborators

University of Connecticut

Registry information

Important dates

Study start: 2015
Primary completion: 2016
Study completion: 2016
First posted: Mar 27, 2014
Registry last updated: Aug 2, 2016

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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