Positive Psychology for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Overseen ByEmmett McGranaghan, BS
Age: 18+
Sex: Any
Travel: May Be Covered
Time Reimbursement: Varies
Trial Phase: Academic
Waitlist Available
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital
No Placebo Group
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
The purpose of this study is to examine the feasibility, acceptability, preliminary efficacy, and candidate gut-brain mechanisms of an optimized positive psychology (PP) intervention for patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), entitled "WISH," compared to an educational control intervention.
Research Team
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Elizabeth N Madva, MD
Principal Investigator
Massachusetts General Hospital
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for individuals with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Participants should be interested in exploring non-medical treatments focused on mental well-being. Specific eligibility criteria are not provided, but typically include age range, symptom severity, and willingness to adhere to the study protocol.Inclusion Criteria
English fluency and access to a phone
I have been diagnosed with IBS according to Rome IV criteria.
Exclusion Criteria
Severe psychiatric illness: Current manic episode, psychosis, or active substance use disorder diagnosed via the Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview (MINI)
Cognitive impairment assessed using a six-item cognitive screen developed for research
I plan to begin a new mental health treatment during the study.
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Educational Intervention (Behavioral Intervention)
- Positive Psychology (PP) Intervention (Behavioral Intervention)
Trial OverviewThe WISH 2.0 study is testing an optimized positive psychology intervention against an educational control intervention to see which one better improves the quality of life for IBS patients. It looks at how acceptable and effective these approaches are and their impact on gut-brain interactions.
Participant Groups
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Positive Psychology (PP) InterventionExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants will complete an adapted, optimized, phone-based, 9-week positive psychology (PP) intervention.
Group II: Educational InterventionActive Control1 Intervention
Participants will complete a 9-week, phone-based educational intervention that matches the PP intervention in terms of both time and attention.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Massachusetts General Hospital
Lead Sponsor
Trials
3,066
Recruited
13,430,000+