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A Study Of Resilience And Mental Well-Being Through Breathing Practice For Clinical Care Professionals

Mayo Clinic · NCT07218458

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Key facts

Compensation
Not posted. Ask the study team before screening.
Who can join
Ages 18–85 · All sexes
Healthy volunteers
Accepted
Study type
Interventional · Not applicable
Target enrollment
40
US sites recruiting
1
Study start
October 27, 2025
Record last updated
May 5, 2026

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What the study is about

The purpose of this study is to assess the immediate and long-term effects of structured breathing on clinical symptoms related to mental health including anxiety, depression, perceived stress, and sleep quality.

Being studied: Structured Breathing

Conditions: Burnout, Healthcare Workers; Breathing Exercises

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

  • Participants must be healthcare professionals at the above-mentioned 4 MCHS sites (Eau Claire, La Crosse, Mankato, Albert Lea).
  • Must score ≥40 on Copenhagen Burnout Inventory Q1-6.
  • Participants must be physically fit enough to perform light exercise.
  • Participants should read and understand English well enough to consent, complete measures, and follow instructions.
  • Participants must have access to a smartphone or tablet.

Exclusion Criteria

  • Active primary psychotic disorder or substance use disorder (except nicotine dependence) within the past year.
  • Severe or unstable medical condition that could interfere with participation or data collection.
  • Active neurological condition (including seizure disorder, traumatic brain injury, or stroke) that could affect cognitive functioning or brain imaging results.
  • Chronic lung disease (e.g., COPD, cystic fibrosis) or aneurysm.
  • Current pregnancy or planning to become pregnant during the study period

Recruiting US locations

  • Mayo Clinic Health System-Eau Claire Clinic

    Eau Claire, WI 54703

    Site contact: Danielle Boos · 715-464-8173 · boos.danielle@mayo.edu

Study contacts (from the official record)

  • Danielle Boos · 715-464-8173 · boos.danielle@mayo.edu
  • Paul Min, PhD · 507-255-2814 · min.paul@mayo.edu
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