RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07073963

Virtual Patient Groups for Sarcoidosis Associated Fatigue

Sponsor

The Cleveland Clinic

Enrollment

100 participants

Start Date

Feb 26, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Depression Fatigue Anxiety Sarcoidosis Mental Health

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

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing virtual mindfulness-based group sessions to help reduce severe fatigue in people living with sarcoidosis — a disease where clumps of inflammatory cells form in the body, often in the lungs. **You may be eligible if...** - You have been diagnosed with sarcoidosis (self-reported) - You experience significant fatigue (a score of 22 or higher on the Fatigue Assessment Scale) - You are 18 years or older - You can speak and read English - You have access to the internet - You are able to give informed consent **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You already practice daily meditation - You have previously taken part in a formal mindfulness program such as MBSR, MBCT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or Dialectical Behavior Therapy - You have any condition that would make group therapy unsuitable (including active suicidal thoughts) - You cannot access any form of online video Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALVirtual Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Group

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.

BEHAVIORALVirtual sarcoidosis support group

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.