About this trial
Phase 2 is a randomized controlled trial of integrative yoga and mindful self-compassion program vs. women's wellbeing education for women with a history of interpersonal violence exposure and heightened distress.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Female
Ages 18-65
Report having experienced interpersonal violence (defined to include all forms throughout the lifespan, confirmed with the Trauma History Questionnaire (THQ])
Report being distressed, defined by a score of >5 on the Kessler-6 screener
Disqualifiers
Inability to be physically active, determined by a score >1 on the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q) and physician non-consent of participation
Planned surgery in next 6 months, as this would interfere with study participation
Pregnancy, as yoga should be modified for pregnancy
Current mania as determined by the Diagnostic Interview for Anxiety, Mood, and OCD and Related Neuropsychiatric Disorders (DIAMOND)
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Integrative Yoga & Mindful Self-Compassion training
- Women's Wellbeing Education
Treatment groups
Sponsors and collaborators
Butler Hospital
Lead sponsor
National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH)
Collaborator