RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06150196

Brain Health & Wellness Classes for Veterans With Traumatic Brain Injury

Comparison of Mindfulness-Wellness Class Versus Brain Health Education in Veterans With mTBI


Sponsor

East Bay Institute for Research and Education

Enrollment

80 participants

Start Date

May 1, 2023

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

This study is testing the usefulness of two types of Brain Health \& Wellness classes for Veterans with a history of concussion to improve mental health.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 75 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing whether brain health and wellness classes specifically designed for veterans can help improve memory, thinking, and emotional wellbeing in those who have had mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI) and also have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). **You may be eligible if...** - You are 18–75 years old - You have a history of one or more mild traumatic brain injuries (concussions) lasting more than 6 months - You have a current diagnosis of PTSD - You report at least one ongoing cognitive symptom (such as memory problems, difficulty concentrating) **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have another neurological condition such as a brain tumor, stroke, dementia, or Parkinson's disease - You have had major brain surgery - You have had a moderate or severe traumatic brain injury - You have had active alcohol or drug dependence or abuse in the past 30 days - You have a severe psychotic disorder such as schizophrenia - You currently have suicidal thoughts - You have a clinically severe medical illness Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALMindfulness-based Stress Reduction class

9-week standard Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction class training on mindfulness techniques, medication, and yoga

BEHAVIORALBrain Health Education class

9-week Brain Health education class that involves lectures/discussion about how the brain works and recovers after brain injury


Locations(1)

VA Northern California Health Care System

Martinez, California, United States

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