The Effect of Video-Assisted Mindfulness-Based Breathing on Quality of Life and Mental Well-Being in Individuals With Breast Cancer

NCT07575386 | Not Yet Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: GK-MB-BREAST-RCT-2026
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 50
• Locations: 0 countries
• Sites: N/A

Brief Summary

This study aims to evaluate the effect of video-assisted mindfulness-based breathing on quality of life and mental well-being in individuals with breast cancer. Breast cancer patients often experience physical and psychological challenges that negatively affect their quality of life. Mindfulness-based breathing is a simple, non-invasive method that may help reduce stress and improve well-being. In this randomized controlled study, participants will be assigned to either an intervention group or a control group. The intervention group will receive a face-to-face breathing training session and will practice daily mindfulness-based breathing exercises using a 5-minute video for 6 weeks. The control group will receive routine care. Outcomes will be measured at baseline and after 6 weeks using validated scales assessing quality of life and mental well-being. This study aims to provide evidence for a simple and accessible supportive care method for individuals with breast cancer.

Conditions

Breast Cancer

Keywords

Breast Cancer; Mindfulness; Quality of Life; Mental Well-being

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (2)

• Change in Quality of Life

  Quality of life will be assessed using the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire Core 30 (EORTC QLQ-C30) and the breast cancer-specific module (EORTC QLQ-BR23). Scores range from 0 to 100. Higher scores on global health status and functional scales indicate better quality of life, while higher scores on symptom scales indicate greater symptom burden.

  Baseline and 6 weeks after randomization

• Change in Mental Well-Being

  Mental well-being will be assessed using the Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale (WEMWBS). The scale includes 14 positively worded items scored on a 5-point Likert scale. Total scores range from 14 to 70, with higher scores indicating higher mental well-being.

  Baseline and 6 weeks after randomization

Study Arms (2)

Experimental Group

EXPERIMENTAL

Participants will receive video-assisted mindfulness-based breathing training, including a face-to-face session followed by daily 5-minute guided breathing exercises for 6 weeks.

Behavioral: Mindfulness-Based Breathing

Control Group

NO INTERVENTION

Participants will receive routine clinical care without any additional intervention during the study period.

Interventions

Mindfulness-Based Breathing BEHAVIORAL

A structured mindfulness-based breathing program consisting of an initial face-to-face training session followed by a 6-week daily video-guided breathing practice delivered through an online platform.

Experimental Group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years+
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

• Diagnosed with breast cancer Aged 18 years or older Stage I, II, or III breast cancer Completed at least 4 cycles of chemotherapy Completed chemotherapy treatment Able to understand and speak Turkish Has access to a digital device (smartphone, tablet, or computer) Willing to participate in the study

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Ege University: lead

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Breast Neoplasms; Psychological Well-Being

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Neoplasms by Site; Neoplasms; Breast Diseases; Skin Diseases; Skin and Connective Tissue Diseases; Personal Satisfaction; Behavior

Central Study Contacts

gözde koçak

CONTACT

+905419129438; gozde.kocakk@outlook.com

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: SINGLE
• Who Masked: OUTCOMES ASSESSOR
• Masking Details: The outcome assessor will be blinded to group allocation. Participants and intervention providers will not be blinded due to the nature of the intervention.
• Purpose: SUPPORTIVE CARE
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Research Assistant

Model Details: Participants will be randomly assigned to either an intervention group receiving video-assisted mindfulness-based breathing or a control group receiving routine care.

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: May 2, 2026
• First Posted: May 8, 2026
• Study Start (Estimated): September 2, 2026
• Primary Completion (Estimated): March 2, 2027
• Study Completion (Estimated): June 2, 2027
• Last Updated: May 8, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-05

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share