This study focuses on anxiety sensitivity, a psychological trait characterized by the fear of anxiety-related sensations due to beliefs that these sensations have harmful consequences. It is commonly associated with anxiety disorders, especially panic disorder.. Generalized anxiety disorder
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention 1: Intervention group: Participants in this group will attend an eight-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program. The program includes weekly 90-minute group sessions. The co
Sponsors
Mashhad University of Medical Sciences
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
18 Years to 35 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: University students aged between 18 and 35 years Willingness to participate in the study and provide informed consent Having moderate to high anxiety sensitivity based on the Anxiety Sensitivity Index (ASI) Availability to attend all mindfulness sessions Not currently participating in other psychological or psychiatric interventions Basic literacy and ability to complete self-report questionnaires
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Current diagnosis of severe psychiatric disorders (e.g., psychosis, bipolar disorder) Use of psychiatric medication during the intervention period Participation in other psychological treatment programs concurrently Absence from more than two mindfulness sessions Any physical condition that prevents regular attendance or participation Incomplete response to pre-test questionnaires
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The primary outcome is the change in anxiety sensitivity levels among students after undergoing mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) intervention. Anxiety sensitivity will be measured using a validated questionnaire. Timepoint: Anxiety sensitivity will be measured at baseline (before the intervention), immediately after the intervention, and at 3 months follow-up. Method of measurement: Anxiety sensitivity will be assessed using the Anxiety Sensitivity Index (ASI), a validated self-report questionnaire.;The secondary outcome is the change in problem-solving ability among students after mindfulness-based stress reduction intervention. Timepoint: Problem-solving ability will be measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention, and at 3 months follow-up. Method of measurement: Problem-solving ability will be assessed using a standardized and validated problem-solving inventory questionnaire. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The secondary outcome is the change in problem-solving ability of students following the mindfulness-based stress reduction intervention. Timepoint: Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention, and 3 months after the intervention. Method of measurement: Problem-solving ability will be assessed using a validated problem-solving inventory questionnaire.;The secondary outcome is the change in perceived stress levels of students after mindfulness-based stress reduction intervention. Timepoint: Measured at baseline, immediately after the intervention, and at 3 months follow-up. Method of measurement: Perceived stress will be assessed using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS), a validated self-report questionnaire. | — |
Countries
Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Contacts
Public ContactZahra Saedi
Mashhad University of Medical Sciences
Outcome results
None listed