Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction in Helping Participants With Metastatic Breast Cancer
Stage IV Breast Cancer
About this trial
This is an interventional supportive care trial for Stage IV Breast Cancer
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
- A diagnosis of metastatic breast cancer within the past 5 years and treated at Roswell Park Cancer Institute (RPCI)
- Ability to read and understand English
- Current distress score of 4+ on the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) distress thermometer
- Access to an Internet connection with own device (computer, tablet, smartphone, etc.)
- Patient not currently involved in an ongoing psychological intervention
- If taking prescribed medication for mood or anxiety disorder, dosage has been consistent for prior 3 months
Exclusion Criteria:
- Unable to speak and understand English
- Prior or current experience with mindfulness-based practice
- Diagnosis of a psychotic disorder, bipolar disorder, substance abuse disorder, or reported suicidality
- Current involvement in any other psychological treatment (excluding medication) during study duration
- Currently being treated for another cancer diagnosis other than metastatic breast cancer
Sites / Locations
- Roswell Park Cancer Institute
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Experimental
Experimental
Control (online sessions, content manual, CD after 6 weeks)
Intervention (online sessions, content manual, relaxation CD)
Participants randomized to the wait-list control condition complete the online intervention as in the intervention arm after the initial 6-week period has ended.
Participants receive online group sessions over 60 minutes for 6 weeks, including 15 minutes of practice on that session's topic and daily meditation or yoga for 45 minutes. At the conclusion of the study period participants participate in mindfulness meditation over 3 hours. Participants also receive a content manual and relaxation CD.