Developing Evidence-Based Cognitive Approaches to Improve Adjustment to Vision Loss

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Conditions studied: Depression, Anxiety, Visual Impairment, Adjustment, Adjustment Disorder With Anxious Mood, Adjustment Disorder With Depressed Mood, Blindness, Acquired, Blindness and Low Vision, Vision Loss

In brief

The goal of this study is to develop and pilot test a therapeutic strategy combining cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with mindfulness practices tailored for individuals adjusting to vision loss. The study will begin with focus groups to inform the design of the intervention. Participants will complete brief surveys on their background and experiences with vision loss prior to attending a focus group, and some may be invited to a second session to provide additional feedback before preliminary testing begins. In the pilot phase, participants will attend weekly group therapy sessions using the developed intervention and complete assessments before and after the program, including questions about vision status, demographics, and experiences with vision loss.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT07073521

Run by

The Chicago Lighthouse

People needed

45

Starts

2025-07-14

Expected to finish

2027-07-13

Last updated by the study team

2025-07-30

Who can join

Age: 18 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Adults who are at least 18 years old
• Experiencing varying degrees of vision loss (e.g. mild, moderate, severe)
• Willingness to participate in the focus group or pilot testing and provide feedback

You may not qualify if…

• Individuals with severe cognitive impairment affecting participation
• Congenital blindness
• Recent or current participation in another clinical trial study or medical intervention that may interfere with study results
• Documented or self-reported health condition that may interfere with the outcomes of this study.
• Deemed unfit to participate in the study by the site investigator
• Unwilling and/or unable to participate or provide consent

Where it is running

• The Chicago Lighthouse — Chicago, Illinois, United States (enrolling)

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