NCT07785648 · NOT YET RECRUITING
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy Vs. the Health Enhancement Program for Chronic Pain and Early Cognitive Decline; The Feeling of Being Pilot RCT
This pilot study compares a mindfulness-based therapy adapted for older Black adults against a standard wellness program, for people with chronic pain and early cognitive decline (subjective concerns or MCI). It's testing whether mindfulness improves quality of life and pain interference more than the comparison program. This is an early-stage pilot, not a proven treatment.
You may qualify if
- Older adult (age ≥ 50)
- All individuals who identify with one or more nationalities or ethnic groups originating in any of the Black racial groups of Africa
- Pain in muscles, joints, bones, or associated soft tissues (NRS>4) lasting longer than 3 months
- Early Cognitive Decline (subjective or MCI)
- Telephone Interview for Cognitive Status-41 score ≥ 26
- Functional Activities Questionnaire score \< 9
- English fluency/literacy
- Ability and willingness to participate via in-person and video
- Willing to provide informed consent and comply with all aspects of the protocol
You're excluded if
- Current substance abuse/dependence
- Significant cognitive impairment
- History of more than 8 sessions of cognitive-behavioral therapy
- History of previous training in mindfulness or undergoing counseling more than once a month
- History of or current diagnosis of psychosis
- Active suicidal ideation or self-harm within the past 90 days
The sponsor's own eligibility wording, lightly reformatted. The study team makes the final eligibility decision — worth discussing with your doctor.
Eligibility criteria as of 2026-08-25