Big Mind for Veterans With PTSD
Withdrawn before enrolling · Not applicable
Conditions studied: PTSD
In brief
A variety of mindfulness-based interventions, such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy have been shown to be beneficial for individuals experiencing mood and anxiety symptoms. The aim of this pilot study is to test the feasibility of using a similar intervention, known as Big Mind, for veterans with PTSD and other psychological symptoms. Big Mind is a method of self-exploration that utilizes a voice dialog technique to help individuals see the world and themselves from a variety of perspectives. The investigators hypothesize that this process will increase mindfulness and decrease self-referential thinking, which is associated with negative affect. To test the feasibility of using this method, veterans with PTSD will complete a four-week group Big Mind class with a total of four sessions. The investigators will use a single group design with pre and post-intervention measures to assess tolerability and acceptance of the intervention. Secondary outcome measures will evaluate symptom improvement and increased mindfulness. If this project demonstrates that using this intervention for veterans with PTSD is feasible, then more rigorous clinical trials will be warranted.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT02541630
- Run by
- VA Salt Lake City Health Care System
- People needed
- 0
- Starts
- 2015-08-01
- Expected to finish
- 2016-04-01
- Last updated by the study team
- 2016-04-28
Who can join
Age: 18 and older, up to 65. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.
You may qualify if…
- male and female veterans with PTSD
- age 18 - 65
- ability to provide informed consent
You may not qualify if…
- diagnosis of any psychotic disorder
- psychotic symptoms secondary to a mood disorder or other condition
- diagnosis of cognitive impairment or dementia
- currently on facility suicide high-risk list
- pregnancy
- impaired decision-making capacity
Where it is running
- George E. Whalen VAMC — Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
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