Assessing MB-Spirit for Psychological Well-being
Assessing MB-Spirit: A Novel Intervention for Promoting Spiritual Development and Psychological Well-being
Sara W Lazar
44 participants
Mar 15, 2026
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a new behavioral intervention, MB-Spirit, can improve well-being in stressed adults. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1. Can MB-Spirit improve well-being? 2. What brain changes accompany participation in MB-Spirit? Participants will: 1. Be enrolled in an online course that meets for two hours every week for 8-weeks. 2. Complete questionnaires before and after the course. 3. Complete an MRI scan of their brain before and after the course. Participants will be randomized to either take the course right away, or be put on a wait-list. Those on the wait-list will undergo the testing at 2 timepoints before they start the program.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria3
- Understands English
- Able to attend all 8 classes
- Able to travel to Boston for MRI scans
Exclusion Criteria1
- claustrophobia, pregnancy, head trauma, metallic implants or devices contraindicating MRI, left-handed, conditions that alter cerebral blood flow or metabolism (e.g. stroke), current use of psychotropic medications, lifetime history of suicidality, homicidally, self-destructive acts, schizophrenia or psychosis.
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Interventions
8-week online course that uses character strengths and mindfulness to promote well-being. Based on 3-part model of spirituality
Locations(2)
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NCT07325448