Mindfulness for depression and pain after cesarean delivery
Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether a mindfulness program can help new mothers manage pain and depression after a planned cesarean delivery. You might be eligible if you are a woman of color or non-Hispanic White with a history of depression and are scheduled for a planned C-section.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman between 18 and 45 years old who identifies as Latina, Asian, African American, or non-Hispanic White.
- You are scheduled to have a planned cesarean delivery (not an emergency one).
- You are pregnant with one baby (not twins or more).
- You have a history of depression and currently have mild to moderate depression symptoms.
- You do not have a long-term pain condition like fibromyalgia.
- You have a computer, smartphone, or tablet with reliable internet access and can read English or Spanish.
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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