Stress Free UCR: The Impact of 8 Weeks of Headspace on Stress in a Heterogeneous University Employee Cohort
Completed · Not applicable
Conditions studied: Stress, Psychological
In brief
The aim of this study is to test the effects of a digital meditation intervention in a sample of high stress UCR employees. We will randomize UCR employees to 8-weeks of either a digital mindfulness intervention (using the commercially available application Headspace) or a waitlist control condition. Participants assigned to the intervention group will be asked to download and use the Headspace mobile application for 10 minutes per day for 8 weeks. They will be asked to fill out short (no longer than 30 minutes long) questionnaires at baseline, week 4, week 8 (post intervention), and a 4-month follow up period. Participants who are randomized to the digital meditation intervention will also take part in a 1-year follow up. All activities will take place online (via computer or smartphone), and on the participants' own time.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT03695627
- Run by
- University of California, Riverside
- People needed
- 165
- Starts
- 2018-07-13
- Expected to finish
- 2020-06-20
- Last updated by the study team
- 2020-11-06
Who can join
Age: 18 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Have access to a smartphone or computer every day
- Are fluent in English
- Are a UCR employee
- Have moderate to high levels of stress
- Consent: demonstrates understanding of the study and willingness to participate as evidenced by voluntary informed consent and has received a signed and dated copy of the informed consent
- Are at least 18 years of age
You may not qualify if…
- Experienced meditator or have participated in a formal meditation practice in the last 6 months (defined as 3-4 times or more per week)
Where it is running
- University of California, Riverside — Riverside, California, United States
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