๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-02-25

Stress Management and Mindfulness Intervention for Patients With Sickle Cell Disease (NCT07316478)

RCT of Stress Management and Mindfulness Intervention for Patients With Sickle Cell Disease

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

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

The purpose of this research is to determine whether a new stress management and mindfulness program can improve quality of life in individuals with sickle cell disease. The program is based on a number of empirically supported treatments including techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy like overcoming motivational barriers to self-care, learning to see things as accurately as possible, practicing assertive communication, relaxation exercises like deep slow breathing, mindfulness meditation, and other stress management strategies.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of Pennsylvania โ€” Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Age range: 18 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Stress Management and Mindfulness Intervention for Patients with Sickle Cell Disease (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)

  • University of Pennsylvania โ€” Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (610) 529-8055

Email: mhunt@psych.upenn.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.
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