RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07183826

Internet-Based Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (iMBCT) for Chronic Tinnitus Patients

Internet-Based Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (iMBCT) for Chronic Tinnitus Patients: a Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol

Sponsor

University of Warsaw

Enrollment

78 participants

Start Date

Apr 1, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Anxiety Chronic Tinnitus Depressive

Summary

This study tested a 6-week, internet-based Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) program designed to help people experiencing distress related to chronic tinnitus. Tinnitus is condition that can cause anxiety, depression, and negatively impact the quality of life. The investigators compare the online MBCT program to a wait-list group. Study aims to measure tinnitus distress, symptoms of anxiety, depression, mindfulness traits, and self-compassion before the program, right after, one month later, and six months later.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing an online mindfulness-based therapy program to help adults who have been suffering from chronic ringing or buzzing in their ears (tinnitus) for at least 3 months. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 18 or older - You have had chronic tinnitus for at least 3 months - You speak Polish - You are willing and able to participate in online therapy - Your tinnitus symptoms score at or above a certain level on a standard scale **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have already completed a structured mindfulness training program - You are mentally incapable of participating Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALMindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (Internet-delivered)

A 6-week (42 days), unguided online adaptation of the Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) program. The intervention consisted of six sequential modules delivered through a secure web platform, including guided mindfulness meditations, body scan, mindful movement, and cognitive-behavioral exercises. Participants received audio recordings, written materials, and reflective tasks, along with automated reminder emails. No therapist guidance was provided.

BEHAVIORALNo intervention

Participants in this arm received no active intervention during the 6-week waitlist period but completed all study assessments on the same schedule as intervention arms. After the waiting period, participants were offered to take part in the online MBCT program.