Massachusetts General Hospital
Many Asian Americans with depression also struggle with physical symptoms-such as pain, fatigue, or other forms of bodily discomfort-that occur at the same time. Right now, there is no proven treatment that effectively addresses both the depression and these physical symptoms together. This study will test whether it is practical, acceptable, and safe to combine the Stress Management and Resiliency Training (SMART) program with meditative movements for people who have both major depression and these distressing physical symptoms.
Inclusion Criteria: * Self-identify as being of Asian ethnicity * English language proficiency * Be ≥18 years of age * Satisfy DSM-5 criteria for MDD prior to the initiation of the study intervention, as determined by a clinical interview conducted by the Principal Investigator (PI) during screening using DSM-5 diagnostic criteria. * A baseline of the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Depression score ≥ 16 * A baseline score of PHQ-15 ≥10 * Have not had Tai Chi/Qigong training/practice or other forms of mind-body intervention (e.g. yoga, mindfulness training, m…
The SMART-QTC will be an 8-session online intervention with 1.5-hour weekly sessions that include core elements of SMART, including mind-body practice based on RR training, cognitive behavioral skills, and positive psychological skills, with QTC exercises incorporated at the end of every session.
The Healthy Living Program is an 8-session program designed to incorporate psychoeducation on a range of key health behaviors and wellness topics, including: the comorbidity between mental and physical illness, sleep, physical exercise, nutrition, and managing health-care needs. The course encourages in-group and at-home self-monitoring and practice of healthy living principles.
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