Mayo Clinic
This clinical trial evaluates the impact of a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program adjusted to include Christian principles on well-being in Black adult cancer survivors. Cancer survivors face a unique set of challenges that includes not only physical but also mental and spiritual well-being. Concerns related to both diagnosis and treatment profoundly impact the quality of life of Black cancer survivors. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) have been shown to be effective in improving psychological resilience, reducing anxiety, and enhancing the quality of life among cancer survivors. However, there is little research focusing on these interventions among Black adult cancer survivors. Research has shown that interventions that include cultural experiences, such as the role of religion, spirituality and faith, are more effective in maintaining psychological well-being in Black men. A MBSR program adjusted to include Christian principles may improve the well-being in Black adult cancer survivors.
PRIMARY OBJECTIVES: I. Develop a culturally adapted Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) intervention. (Phase 0) II. Pilot test the MBSR intervention to assess its feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy among a small group of participants. (Phase 0) III. To implement an overnight silent mindfulness retreat intervention that incorporates faith based cultural adaptations tailored for Black participants. (Phase I) OUTLINE: PHASE 0: INTERVENTION DEVELOPMENT: Participants attend a focus group or a one-on-one interview over up to 60 minutes to gather insights of the cultural n…
Inclusion Criteria: * PHASE 0 DEVELOPMENT: Adults aged 18 or older * PHASE 0 DEVELOPMENT: Ability to speak, read and understand English * PHASE 0 DEVELOPMENT: Individuals personally affected by cancer, either through their own diagnosis or that of a loved one * PHASE 0 DEVELOPMENT: Self-identifies as Black or African American * PHASE 0 DEVELOPMENT: Membership or affiliation with a faith-based organization * PHASE 0 PILOT TESTING: Adults aged 18 or older * PHASE 0 PILOT TESTING: History of a cancer diagnosis * PHASE 0 PILOT TESTING: Meets National Cancer Institute (NCI) cancer survivor definit…
Receive education resource handouts
Attend a focus group
Complete silent mindfulness retreat intervention
Attend a one-on-one interview
Complete study-related questionnaires