Smartphone mindfulness program for teens and what predicts improvement
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This study tests an app-based mindfulness training program for adolescents ages 13–18 and looks at what helps predict which teens improve. It may be helpful if you’re looking for a structured mindfulness practice and want to understand what changes in your thinking and feelings over time.
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Who can take part
- Be 13–18 years old
- Have parent/guardian consent and teen assent to join
- Be fluent in English (English as a first language or fluent)
- Have a personal iPhone or Android smartphone
- Be right-handed and be able to do an MRI scan safely
- If you take mental-health medicine, your dose must be stable for at least 2 months
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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