Clinical trial for Sarcoidosis
Official title Virtual Patient Groups for Sarcoidosis Associated Fatigue
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07073963
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study compares an 8‑week virtual mindfulness program with a monthly support group to see which better reduces fatigue and improves anxiety and depression.
- Who it's for
- Adults who have sarcoidosis and feel tired, anxious, or depressed.
- What's involved
- Participants either join weekly online mindfulness sessions, keep a daily journal, and fill out surveys, or attend a monthly virtual support group and complete the same surveys.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts 8 weeks for the mindfulness group or 5 months for the support group, with weekly or monthly online meetings and regular survey completions.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Self reported diagnosis of sarcoidosis
- Fatigue defined as FAS score ≥ 22
- Age ≥ 18 years old
- Ability to speak and read English
- Access to internet
You likely can't join if
- Current daily meditation practice
- Prior history of engaging in formal mindfulness-based interventions including: MBSR, MBCT, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, Dialectical Behavior...
- Any condition that would prevent being a suitable candidate for the group intervention (as determined by screening interview) including suicidal...
- Lack of access to any form of online video access
See the full eligibility criteria
- Self reported diagnosis of sarcoidosis
- Fatigue defined as FAS score ≥ 22
- Age ≥ 18 years old
- Ability to speak and read English
- Access to internet
- Capacity to consent
- Current daily meditation practice
- Prior history of engaging in formal mindfulness-based interventions including: MBSR, MBCT, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Any condition that would prevent being a suitable candidate for the group intervention (as determined by screening interview) including suicidal ideation.
- Lack of access to any form of online video access
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Cleveland, Ohio, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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