Virtual Patient Groups for Sarcoidosis Associated Fatigue
The Cleveland Clinic
100 participants
Feb 26, 2026
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
This research study is testing whether Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) can help reduce fatigue in people with sarcoidosis. The study will also look at whether MBSR can improve symptoms of anxiety and depression. Participants will be placed into one of two groups: * One group will take part in an 8-week virtual MBSR program, attend weekly online sessions, keep a daily mindfulness journal, and complete surveys about fatigue, anxiety, and depression. * The other group will join a virtual support group once a month for 5 months and complete the same surveys. The goal is to see which approach is more helpful for improving fatigue and mental well-being in people with sarcoidosis.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria6
- Self reported diagnosis of sarcoidosis
- Fatigue defined as FAS score ≥ 22
- Age ≥ 18 years old
- Ability to speak and read English
- Access to internet
- Capacity to consent
Exclusion Criteria4
- Current daily meditation practice
- Prior history of engaging in formal mindfulness-based interventions including: MBSR, MBCT, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Any condition that would prevent being a suitable candidate for the group intervention (as determined by screening interview) including suicidal ideation.
- Lack of access to any form of online video access
Interventions
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction is an evidence-based, manualized 8-week group program designed to improve coping with chronic physical and psychological symptoms. MBSR emphasizes mindfulness meditation, body awareness, and gentle movement to cultivate nonjudgmental awareness of present-moment experiences and reduce stress reactivity. The intervention will be delivered in a virtual group setting.
Participants attend a once-monthly, virtual support group via secure video conferencing. Each session includes a brief didactic presentation on topics relevant to living with chronic illness (e.g., symptom management, coping strategies, navigating healthcare) followed by a facilitated group discussion. The discussion emphasizes peer support, shared experiences, and emotional processing in a safe, respectful environment. Groups are led by an experienced facilitator with experience in chronic illness care. No home practice is required.
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NCT07073963