MIND-BODY MEDICINEBetter understanding the potential benefits of complementary therapies and contemplative awareness practices in emotion regulation and health outcomes, as well as the mechanisms responsible for these potential benefits, are primary areas of investigation in our lab.
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PREPARE Study
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the impact of different self-directed mind-body self-management skills practices on the emotional well-being and biological stress response in newly diagnosed women with stage 0-III breast cancer at NorthShore University HealthSystem. For more information please contact Ms. Sandra Simmovic: ssimovic@northshore.org. This study is made possible through generous funding support from the John Wayne Cancer Foundation and the Myra Rubenstein Weis Foundation.
Co-Principal Investigator Yao, MD Co-Principal Investigator David Victorson, PhD |
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Enhancing Cardiac Health through Online Mindfulness Training (ECHO-MT)
The purpose of this study is to pilot test a self-directed mindfulness training application, Wakeful in a sample of cardiac rehabilitation patients at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. For more information, please contact Ms. Bruriah Horowitz: bruriah.horowitz@northwestern.edu. This study was funded in part by the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine and Blum Cardiovascular Institute, Northwestern Medicine. Principal Investigator David Victorson, PhD Co-Investigator Kim Feingold, PhD Victorson D, Maletich C, Sufrin N, Schuette S, Gutierrez B, Cordero E, Johnson C, Stencel D, Bakosh L, Ring M. Development of a New Clinical Mindfulness Research Tool "iM-HERE" to Enhance, Deliver and Streamline Online Mindfulness Interventions (2016). Oral presentation at the 2016 International Congress on Integrative Medicine and Health, Las Vegas, Nevada. |
Meditation, Education, Navigation, & Training using E-health: Cancer Adaptation through Learning Mindful Awareness (MENTE CALMA)
This NCI-funded administrative supplement to support global integrative oncology research in will collect implementation feasibility and acceptability data of the 9-week Spanish-language Wakeful app in a mixed sample of young adult cancer survivors (n=30) between 18-39, using a single arm pre-post test design with partners in Bogota, Colombia.
This NCI-funded administrative supplement to support global integrative oncology research in will collect implementation feasibility and acceptability data of the 9-week Spanish-language Wakeful app in a mixed sample of young adult cancer survivors (n=30) between 18-39, using a single arm pre-post test design with partners in Bogota, Colombia.
Investigators
Principal Investigators
David Victorson, PhD
Siobhan Phillips, PhD
Site Investigator
Raul Murillo Moreno, MD (Hospital Universitario San Ignacio)
David Victorson, PhD
Siobhan Phillips, PhD
Site Investigator
Raul Murillo Moreno, MD (Hospital Universitario San Ignacio)
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Administrative supplement from The National Cancer Institute.
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GRAtitude, self-Compassion, and Empathy (GRACE)
An evaluation of a brief mindfulness-based wellness program for healthcare professionals intended to increase knowledge of work-related stress and provide information and skill training in GRACE components: gratitude, mindfulness, self-compassion, and empathy. |
investigators
Principal Investigator
David Victorson, PhD
David Victorson, PhD
publications & presentations
Sponsor
The Gobel Group
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REASSURE ME
A partially blinded, multi-site randomized controlled clinical trial to examine the efficacy of two different 8-week mind-body self-management skills practices programs for men diagnosed with prostate cancer on active surveillance and their spouses compared to a time/attention-matched health promotion control condition. For more information, please contact Ms. Bruriah Horowitz: bruriah.horowitz@northwestern.edu. |
Investigators
Principal Investigator
David Victorson, PhD
Site Principal Investigators
Kristen Novakovic, MD (NorthShore University Health System)
Alexander Kutikov, MD (Fox Chase Cancer Center)
Morgan Todd, MD (University of Michigan)
Shilajit D Kundu, MD (Northwestern University)
David Victorson, PhD
Site Principal Investigators
Kristen Novakovic, MD (NorthShore University Health System)
Alexander Kutikov, MD (Fox Chase Cancer Center)
Morgan Todd, MD (University of Michigan)
Shilajit D Kundu, MD (Northwestern University)
Publications & presentations
Victorson D, Gutierrez B, Maletich C, Schuette S, Kutikov A, Morgan T, Kundu S, Brendler C. (2016). Reducing the Effects of Active Surveillance Stress, Uncertainty, and Rumination through Engagement in Mindfulness Education (REASSURE ME): Overview of a New NCI Funded Trial for Men on Active Surveillance for Prostate Cancer and their Spouses. Oral presentation at the International Conference of the Society for Integrative Oncology, Miami, FL.
Victorson D, Maletich C, Gutierrez B, Schuette S, Morgan T, Kutikov A, Kundu S, Eggener S, Brendler C. (2016). Description of a New National Cancer Institute Funded Randomized Controlled Trial "REASSURE ME" to Support Emotion Regulation, Positive Health Behaviors, and Adherence in a Sample of Men with Prostate Cancer on Active Surveillance and their Spouses. Podium presentation at the 2016 Annual North Central Section Meeting of the American Urological Association, Chicago, IL.
Victorson D, Maletich C, Gutierrez B, Schuette S, Morgan T, Kutikov A, Kundu S, Eggener S, Brendler C. (2016). Description of a New National Cancer Institute Funded Randomized Controlled Trial "REASSURE ME" to Support Emotion Regulation, Positive Health Behaviors, and Adherence in a Sample of Men with Prostate Cancer on Active Surveillance and their Spouses. Podium presentation at the 2016 Annual North Central Section Meeting of the American Urological Association, Chicago, IL.
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This study is funded by an R01 grant from the National Cancer Institute.
SMART: Using SMART Design to Improve Symptom Management Strategies Among Cancer Patients
This study tested the sustainability of two evidenced-based complementary therapies (reflexology and mindfulness) using the sequential management assignment randomized trial (SMART) design on outcomes of fatigue severity, depressive symptoms, and anxiety to determine the relative effectiveness of these therapies and the characteristics of responders and non-responders to each therapy.
This study tested the sustainability of two evidenced-based complementary therapies (reflexology and mindfulness) using the sequential management assignment randomized trial (SMART) design on outcomes of fatigue severity, depressive symptoms, and anxiety to determine the relative effectiveness of these therapies and the characteristics of responders and non-responders to each therapy.
Investigators
Site Principal Investigator
David Victorson, PhD
Principal Investigator
Gwen Wyatt PhD, RN, FAAN (Michigan State University)
David Victorson, PhD
Principal Investigator
Gwen Wyatt PhD, RN, FAAN (Michigan State University)
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Acupuncture Clinical Tracking Initiative to Validate & Assess Treatment Effects in Integrative Oncology (ACTIVATE)
The purpose of this study was to collect and examine prospective, longitudinal patient reported outcomes of symptom status and quality of life in the context of an existing acupuncture program at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center and Maggie Daley Center at Northwestern University. |
Investigators
Principal Investigator
David Victorson, PhD
David Victorson, PhD
publications & presentations
Victorson D, Beaumont J, Mahadevan R, Gutierrez S, Schuette, Brady C, Ring M. (2016). Observing Acupuncture-Related Changes in Quality of Life using NIH PROMIS Computer Adaptive Tests: Preliminary Results from a Pragmatic Feasibility Trial with People Diagnosed with Cancer and other Medical Conditions. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 22(10), 778-787.
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Eliminating Stress, Tension & Overweight thru Yoga & Lifestyle Interventions – Survivors Taking Action (ESTOY LISTA)
A Community-Based Participatory Research study examining the biopsychosocial impact of a Spanish language community yoga intervention for Hispanic cancer survivors and their care providers. . In addition to self-report questionnaires, this study also collected biomarkers of stress and inflammation (CRP, IL-6). |
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Health Promotion During Residency (HPDR)
This randomized controlled clinical trial examined the effects of a brief, mindful awareness training intervention (called a PIT STOP) with first year medical residents on outcomes of stress, burnout, self-compassion, and performance on simulation of an internal jugular line insertion compared to a placebo control (health promotion video). In this study participants wore a wearable sensory device to measure physiological outcomes during their simulation procedure. See the "Resources and Tools" section for materials and information on the PIT STOP practice. |
Investigators
Principal Investigator
David Victorson, PhD
David Victorson, PhD
publications & presentations
1. Ring, M, Victorson, M, Gannotta, R, Maletich, C, Gutierrez, B, Barsuk, J. (2015). Mindfulness to Reduce Stress and Improve Performance in a Simulated Medical Procedure: A Randomized Controlled Trial with Medical Interns. Poster presentation at the 2015 International Conference to Promote Resilience, Empathy and Well-Being in the Health Professions in Washington, DC, October.
2. Cheung, E.O., Barsuk, J.H., Mitra, D, Gannotta, RJ, Horowitz, B, Didwania, AK, Victorson, D. (2020). Preliminary Efficacy of a Brief Mindfulness Intervention for Procedural Stress in Medical Intern Simulated Performance: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Trial. J Altern Complement Med. DOI: 10.1089/acm.2019.0209. PMID: 32045260.
2. Cheung, E.O., Barsuk, J.H., Mitra, D, Gannotta, RJ, Horowitz, B, Didwania, AK, Victorson, D. (2020). Preliminary Efficacy of a Brief Mindfulness Intervention for Procedural Stress in Medical Intern Simulated Performance: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Trial. J Altern Complement Med. DOI: 10.1089/acm.2019.0209. PMID: 32045260.
Home-Based Symptom Management Via Reflexology in Advanced Breast Cancer (2011-2016)
This was a randomized controlled clinical trial that examined a complementary therapy intervention (reflexology) to assist in improving quality of life for women undergoing chemotherapy for late stage (III and IV) breast cancer within the context of conventional medical care. In this study, caregivers were taught reflexology to provide to patients.
This was a randomized controlled clinical trial that examined a complementary therapy intervention (reflexology) to assist in improving quality of life for women undergoing chemotherapy for late stage (III and IV) breast cancer within the context of conventional medical care. In this study, caregivers were taught reflexology to provide to patients.
Investigators
Site Principal Investigator
David Victorson, PhD
Principal Investigator
Gwen Wyatt PhD, RN, FAAN (Michigan State University)
David Victorson, PhD
Principal Investigator
Gwen Wyatt PhD, RN, FAAN (Michigan State University)
publications & presentations
Wyatt, G., Sikorskii, A., Victorson, D., Srkalovic, G., Tesnjak, I. (2015). Chemotherapy Interruptions in Relation to Symptom Severity in Advanced Breast Cancer. Support Care Cancer, 23 (11), 3183-3191. PMC4583317
Wyatt, G., Sikorskii, A., Rahbar, M. H., Victorson, D., & You, M. (2012). Health-related quality-of-life outcomes: a reflexology trial with patients with advanced-stage breast cancer. Oncology Nursing Forum, 39, 568–577. PMC3576031
Wyatt, GK, Sikorskii, A, Rahbar, MH, Victorson, D, Adams, L. (2010). Intervention Fidelity: Aspects of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) Research. Cancer Nursing: An International Journal for Cancer Care, 33 (5), 331-342. PMC2910846
Sikorskii, A, Wyatt, G, Victorson, D, Faulkner, G. (2009). Methodological Issues in Trials of Complementary and Alternative Medicine Interventions. Nursing Research, 58(6), 444-451. PMC2880328
Wyatt, G., Sikorskii, A., Rahbar, M. H., Victorson, D., & You, M. (2012). Health-related quality-of-life outcomes: a reflexology trial with patients with advanced-stage breast cancer. Oncology Nursing Forum, 39, 568–577. PMC3576031
Wyatt, GK, Sikorskii, A, Rahbar, MH, Victorson, D, Adams, L. (2010). Intervention Fidelity: Aspects of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) Research. Cancer Nursing: An International Journal for Cancer Care, 33 (5), 331-342. PMC2910846
Sikorskii, A, Wyatt, G, Victorson, D, Faulkner, G. (2009). Methodological Issues in Trials of Complementary and Alternative Medicine Interventions. Nursing Research, 58(6), 444-451. PMC2880328
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Investigating Mindfulness and Music to Ease Radiation Side Effects in Prostate Cancer (IMMERSE-PC)
This randomized controlled pilot study examined the effects of brief audio-based mindfulness meditation or relaxing music delivered during radiation therapy for prostate cancer on lessening the physical and psychosocial effects of treatment, such as fatigue, sleep disturbance, and symptoms of anxiety and depression. |
investigators
Principal Investigator
David Victorson, PhD
David Victorson, PhD
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Mind-Body Health in Uro-Oncology
This randomized clinical trial examined the efficacy of a 8-week mindfulness-based stress-reduction intervention in couples where one partner is diagnosed with prostate, kidney or bladder cancer. In addition to self-report questionnaires, this study also collected stress biomarkers (IL-6, CRP) and explored the use of a post-intervention text messages to help maintain study gains. |
investigators
Principal Investigator
David Victorson, PhD
David Victorson, PhD
publications & presentations
Sufrin, N., Maletich, C., Schuette, S., Brendler, C., Victorson, D. (2016). The Effects of Class and Retreat Attendance in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) on Positive Affect and Uncertainty Intolerance in a Uro-Oncology Sample. Poster presentation at the 2016 International Congress on Integrative Medicine and Health, Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Mindfulness Online for Symptom Alleviation and Improvement in Cancer of the Prostate (MOSAIC-P)
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the feasibility, acceptability and preliminary efficacy of a synchronous, 4-week online mindfulness intervention compared with a 4-week face-to-face mindfulness intervention with men diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer using video conferencing software. |
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sponsor
NorthShore University Health System Pilot Grant
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Reducing Emotional Distress, Enhancing Function and Improving Network Engagement in Adolescent and Young Adult Oncology (REDEFINE-AYAO)
This was a randomized wait-list controlled clinical trial examining the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy of mindfulness based stress reduction on outcomes of health related quality of life, disease symptoms, and stress biomarkers with young adults with cancer. In addition to self-report questionnaires, this study also collected stress biomarkers (IL-6, CRP, salivary cortisol) and is exploring the use of a post-intervention text messages to help maintain study gains. |
investigators
Principal Investigator
David Victorson, PhD.
David Victorson, PhD.
publications & presentations
Maletich, C., Cordero, E., Gutierrez, B., Schuette, S., Sufrin, N., Sanford, S., Smith, K., Victorson, D. (2016). The effect of home practice on outcomes during an MBSR course for young adults with cancer: A mixed methods study. Poster presentation at the International Conference for Integrative Medicine and Health Meeting, Las Vegas, NV., May.
Victorson, D., Gutierrez, S., Cordero, E., Smith, K., Salsman, J. (2015). The Relationship between Psychosocial and Physical Issues, Modifiable Health Behaviors, and Health Behavior Self-Efficacy in a Sample of Young Adult Cancer Survivors. Oral presentation at the Annual Critical Mass Young Adult Cancer Alliance meeting, Chicago, IL, November.
Maletich, C., Cordero, E., Gutierrez, S., Sanford, S., Victorson, D. (2015). Self-reported interoceptive awareness during a mindfulness training program among young adults with cancer. Oral presentation at the Annual Critical Mass Young Adult Cancer Alliance meeting, Chicago, IL, November.
Victorson, D., Sanford, S., Salsman, J., Smith, K., Maletich, C., Gutierrez, S., Cordero, E., Reichek, J. (2014). Helping adolescents and young Adults with Cancer Redefine their Lives through Mindfulness Meditation, Yoga and eHealth support: A Description of the REDEFINE AYAO Randomized Controlled Trial. Poster presentation at Critical Mass, Denver, CO., (November).
Victorson, D., Gutierrez, S., Cordero, E., Smith, K., Salsman, J. (2015). The Relationship between Psychosocial and Physical Issues, Modifiable Health Behaviors, and Health Behavior Self-Efficacy in a Sample of Young Adult Cancer Survivors. Oral presentation at the Annual Critical Mass Young Adult Cancer Alliance meeting, Chicago, IL, November.
Maletich, C., Cordero, E., Gutierrez, S., Sanford, S., Victorson, D. (2015). Self-reported interoceptive awareness during a mindfulness training program among young adults with cancer. Oral presentation at the Annual Critical Mass Young Adult Cancer Alliance meeting, Chicago, IL, November.
Victorson, D., Sanford, S., Salsman, J., Smith, K., Maletich, C., Gutierrez, S., Cordero, E., Reichek, J. (2014). Helping adolescents and young Adults with Cancer Redefine their Lives through Mindfulness Meditation, Yoga and eHealth support: A Description of the REDEFINE AYAO Randomized Controlled Trial. Poster presentation at Critical Mass, Denver, CO., (November).
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Sitting with Uncertainties & Ruminative Processes of Active Surveillance Stress (SURPASS)
This was a pilot randomized controlled trial examining the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) for men diagnosed with prostate cancer on active surveillance and their spouses. In this study we collected salivary cortisol. |
investigators
Principal Investigator
David Victorson, PhD.
David Victorson, PhD.
publications & presentations
Victorson, D., Hankin, V., Burns, J., Maletich, C., Weiland, R., Gutierrez, B, Surfrin, N., Schuette, S., Brendler, C. (2016). Feasibility, acceptability and preliminary psychological benefits of mindfulness meditation training in a sample of men diagnosed with prostate cancer on active surveillance: results from a randomized controlled pilot trial. Psycho-Oncology. PMID: 27145355
Victorson, D., Du, H., Hankin, V., King, K., McCurdy, M., Pruitt, J., Rabitt, S., Dangle, P., Novakovic, K., McGuire, M., Brendler, C. (2012). Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Decreases Fear of Progression over Time for Men with Prostate Cancer on Active Surveillance: Results from a Randomized Clinical Trial. The Journal of Urology, 187 (4), (Suppl) e157.
Victorson, DE, Hankin V, Polster, RF, McCurdy, MB, McGuire, M and Brendler, C. (2010). Reducing Symptoms of Anxiety for Men with Prostate Cancer on Active Surveillance and their Spouses: Initial Findings from a Randomized Clinical Trial. The Journal of Urology, 183 (4) Supplement 1, e180-e181.
Victorson, D., Du, H., Hankin, V., King, K., McCurdy, M., Pruitt, J., Rabitt, S., Dangle, P., Novakovic, K., McGuire, M., Brendler, C. (2012). Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Decreases Fear of Progression over Time for Men with Prostate Cancer on Active Surveillance: Results from a Randomized Clinical Trial. The Journal of Urology, 187 (4), (Suppl) e157.
Victorson, DE, Hankin V, Polster, RF, McCurdy, MB, McGuire, M and Brendler, C. (2010). Reducing Symptoms of Anxiety for Men with Prostate Cancer on Active Surveillance and their Spouses: Initial Findings from a Randomized Clinical Trial. The Journal of Urology, 183 (4) Supplement 1, e180-e181.
