Mindfulness training for unwanted pregnancy
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a mindfulness and compassion training program (called 'Mindful Compassionate Living') to see if it helps women who have an unwanted or unplanned pregnancy feel better emotionally. The training is done through your smartphone, so you can take part from home.
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Who can take part
- You are pregnant and this pregnancy is unwanted or unplanned.
- You are between 18 and 45 years old.
- You already have at least one child.
- You have a smartphone and internet access.
- You do not have a major mental health diagnosis or another serious illness that could make the pregnancy high-risk.
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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