Internet-Based Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (iMBCT) for Chronic Tinnitus Patients: a Randomized Controlled Trial Protocol
Status: Recruiting
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Intervention Type: Behavioral
Study Type: Interventional
Study Phase: Not Applicable
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
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
Minimum Age: 18
Healthy Volunteers: f
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• Willingness and ability to participate in online therapy.
• Polish language proficiency.
• 18 years or older.
• Suffering from chronic tinnitus for at least 3 months.
Locations
Other Locations
Poland
Faculty of Psychology, University of Warsaw
RECRUITING
Warsaw
Contact Information
Primary
Paweł Holas, MD PhD
pawel.holas@psych.uw.edu.pl
+48501254501
Backup
Weronika Joanna Caban, student
wj.caban@student.uw.edu.pl
+48537651655
Time Frame
Start Date: 2025-04-01
Estimated Completion Date: 2026-06-19
Participants
Target number of participants: 78
Treatments
Experimental: Internet-Delivered Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (iMBCT)
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.
Placebo_comparator: Waiting List Control
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.
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Leads: University of Warsaw
Collaborators: Medical University of Warsaw