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A Novel Mind Body Program for Grieving Older Adults: A Pilot Study
This project is not recruiting.
Overview
What we are studying
Who: Individuals aged of 55 or more who are currently experiencing distress following a spousal/partner loss within the last year.
When: Starting in September, 2-hour weekly sessions running for 8 weeks. There will also be an initial screening visit, baseline visit, and follow up visit lasting approximately 2-3 hours each.
Where: Weekly sessions will take place at the Benson Henry Institute (www.bensonhenryinstitute.org). Screening, baseline, and follow-up sessions will take place at the Center for Anxiety and Traumatic Stress Disorders at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Compensation: Qualified participants will be compensated up to $90 for all study assessments.
Contact: Sarah Wieman, SWIEMAN@mgh.harvard.edu, 617-726-1579
Why it is important
What we hope to accomplish
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Who can participate
What you may be asked to do
Weekly sessions will take place at the Benson Henry Institute (www.bensonhenryinstitute.org).
Screening, baseline, and follow-up sessions will take place at the Center for Anxiety and Traumatic Stress Disorders at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Project activities may include:
- Office visit
- Survey
- Group discussion (e.g., focus group)
Estimated Time Commitment
11 visits over 3 months
What You May Get
Location
MGH - Massachusetts General Hospital
55 Fruit Street , Boston, MA 02114, USA
Travel
- Accessible by public transportation
- Parking available
- Parking reimbursed
- Travel reimbursed
Additional Information
Study Phase
Phase 1: This project studies the safety of a medication or treatment, usually on healthy volunteers. It examines the medication or treatment’s effects on the body and looks for side effects.
Funding Source
- Foundation