Development of a Mindfulness-Based Smartphone Application for BMT Caregivers
H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute
Summary
This pilot study evaluates the feasibility, acceptability, usability, and engagement of a smartphone-delivered mindfulness intervention for caregivers of hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HCT) patients. Thirty caregivers will use the app for six weeks beginning the week prior to the patient's transplant. Participants will complete baseline and end-of-treatment surveys and a brief qualitative interview.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥18 * Identified caregiver of a patient scheduled for HCT at Moffitt Cancer Center * Able to provide informed consent * Able to read and write in English * Owns a smartphone and willing to download the study app Exclusion Criteria: * None beyond failure to meet inclusion criteria
Interventions
- BehavioralApp
A smartphone-delivered mindfulness program providing daily modules, guided meditations, brief strategies, and reflection prompts designed to reduce caregiver burden and distress.
Location
- Moffitt Cancer CenterTampa, Florida