๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-07-27

Mindful Self-Compassion for Anxiety Disorders and Depression (NCT05671419)

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: Georgetown University

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The study will compare 8-week Mindful Self-Compassion training, compared to a control group that does not receive the intervention, on anxiety and depression symptom severity in patients with diagnosed anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, and panic disorder) or major depressive disorder.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Georgetown University Medical Center โ€” Washington D.C., District of Columbia

Age range: 18 Years to 75 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Mindful Self-Compassion (BEHAVIORAL)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Georgetown University Medical Center โ€” Washington D.C., District of Columbia

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (202) 687-7283

Email: anxietyresearch@georgetown.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ View Official NIH Record โ†—