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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness for Vision Loss Adjustment

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What is being tested

Integrated Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Mindfulness Group Intervention for Adjustment to Vision Loss

Behavioral
Who is being recruted

Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders+7

+ Adjustment Disorders

+ Mental Disorders

Over 18 Years
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How is the trial designed

Treatment Study

Interventional
Study Start: July 2025
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Summary

Principal SponsorThe Chicago Lighthouse
Study ContactSenior Research Associate
Last updated: December 11, 2025
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Study start date: July 14, 2025

Actual date on which the first participant was enrolled.

This study aims to create and test a new program to help people who are adjusting to losing their vision. The program combines cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques, specifically designed for individuals experiencing vision loss. It is important because adjusting to vision loss can be challenging, and this program could offer new ways to help people cope better. Initially, the program's development involves reviewing existing research, gathering feedback from participants, and consulting with experts. The goal is to create a curriculum that is relevant and useful for those dealing with vision loss. In this study, participants will take part in focus groups to provide their opinions on the new program's content and whether it meets their needs. Later, a smaller group will participate in an 8-week course using this curriculum, which can be attended in-person or online. During the sessions, participants will be asked to answer questions about their vision and experiences before and after the program to measure its effectiveness. These assessments will help determine if the program improves their ability to manage vision loss and adjust to changes in their lives.

Official TitleDeveloping Evidence-Based Cognitive Approaches to Improve Adjustment to Vision Loss 
NCT07073521
Principal SponsorThe Chicago Lighthouse
Study ContactSenior Research Associate
Last updated: December 11, 2025
Sourced from a government-validated database.Claim as a partner

Protocol

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.
Design Details

45 patients to be enrolled

Total number of participants that the clinical trial aims to recruit.

Treatment Study

These studies test new ways to treat a disease, condition, or health issue. The goal is to see if a new drug, therapy, or approach works better or has fewer side effects than existing options.



Eligibility

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria: person's general health condition or prior treatments.
Conditions
Criteria

Any sex

Biological sex of participants that are eligible to enroll.

Over 18 Years

Range of ages for which participants are eligible to join.

Healthy volunteers not allowed

If individuals who are healthy and do not have the condition being studied can participate.

Conditions

Pathology

Trauma and Stressor Related DisordersAdjustment DisordersMental DisordersBlindnessEye DiseasesNervous System DiseasesNeurologic ManifestationsSensation DisordersVision DisordersVision, Low

Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Adults who are at least 18 years old * Experiencing varying degrees of vision loss (e.g. mild, moderate, severe) * Willingness to participate in the focus group or pilot testing and provide feedback Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals with severe cognitive impairment affecting participation * Congenital blindness * Recent or current participation in another clinical trial study or medical intervention that may interfere with study results * Documented or self-reported health condition that may interfere with the outcomes of this study. * Deemed unfit to participate in the study by the site investigator * Unwilling and/or unable to participate or provide consent

Study Plan

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Treatment Groups
Study Objectives

One single intervention group is designated in this study

This study does not include a placebo group 

Treatment Groups

Group I

Experimental
Participants will be testing an 8-week therapeutic strategy combining cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with mindfulness practices tailored for people adjusting to vision loss in a group therapy setting and complete assessments before and after completing the program.

Study Objectives

Primary Objectives

Secondary Objectives

Study Centers

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This study has 1 location

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The Chicago Lighthouse

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