Moving 2 Mindful (M2M) study protocol: testing a mindfulness group plus ecological momentary intervention to decrease...

Area of Science:

• Psychology
• Adolescent Health
• Mindfulness Interventions

Background:

• Interparental conflict increases adolescent stress and anxiety.
• Mindfulness programs show promise but haven't been tested in high-conflict settings.
• Tailored, in-the-moment interventions can enhance treatment efficacy for adolescents.

Purpose of the Study:

• Develop an ecological momentary intervention (EMI) supplement to Learning to BREATHE (L2B).
• Refine the EMI and determine optimal delivery.
• Assess feasibility, acceptability, and potential stress/anxiety reduction of L2B Plus.

Main Methods:

• Mixed-methods approach to develop and refine the L2B Plus intervention.
• Randomized controlled trial with 38 families comparing L2B Plus to an active control.
• Assessed psychosocial and physiological factors at multiple time points.

Main Results:

• The study is registered (NCT03869749) and currently in the pre-results phase.
• Feasibility, acceptability, and potential effectiveness are under investigation.
• Data collection and analysis are ongoing.

Conclusions:

• L2B Plus is being developed as an innovative supplement to mindfulness interventions for adolescents.
• The study will provide insights into adapting treatments for high-conflict family environments.
• Findings will inform future interventions for adolescent stress and anxiety.