Childhood TraumaMBSR-RCTNCT07694908
Psychosocial Correlates of Trait Emotional Intelligence and Psychosomatic Symptoms Among Adolescents Exposed to Bullying and the Effects of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction.
A study testing Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) in people with Childhood Trauma and Stress, run by Fatima Jinnah Women University at 1 site in Pakistan.
Trial summary
This study examines the psychosocial correlates of trait emotional intelligence and psychosomatic symptoms among adolescents exposed to bullying and analyzes the effetiveness of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program through a randomized controlled trial. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 14 to 18 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Childhood Trauma, Stress, Emotional Intelligence
- What is being tested?
- Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 44 participants
- Where
- 1 sitePakistan
- Study dates
- 1 Feb 2026to Jul 2026
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 14 to 18 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Child, Adult
Who may be able to join
- Adolescents aged 14 to 18 years currently enrolled in secondary school and colleges of Rawalpindi and Islamabad Pakistan.
- Score at or above 75th percentile on Multidimensional Peer Victimization Scale (MPVS-24) indicating significant bullying exposure.
- Score at or above 75th percentile on Pediatric ACEs and Related Life Events Screener (PEARLS) indicating Meaningful childhood trauma history.
- Score at or below 25th percentile on Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS) Indicating low dispositional mindfulness.
- Score at or below 25th percentile on Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire Adolescent Short Form (TEIQue-ASF) indicating Impaired trait emotional intelligence.
- Demonstrate increased psychosomatic symptoms on DSM-5 Level 2 Somatic Symptom Scale for Children aged 11 to 17.
- Access to smartphone tablet or computer with stable Internet connection for online session participation.
- Voluntary assent from participant and written informed consent from parent or guardian.
Who cannot join
- Current diagnosis of severe Psychiatric disorder such as Psychotic disorder.
- Currently receiving psychotherapy or any structured psychological treatment.
- Currently taking psychiatric or Mental health medication.
- Currently practicing mindfulness related exercises such as meditation Yoga or breathing exercises.
- Diagnosed chronic physical illness.
- Diagnosed physical or learning Disability.
- Unwillingness to commit to attending all eight weekly Online MBSR sessions.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
Pakistan1 site
Fatima Jinnah Women University
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, 46000
About this study
Official title: Psychosocial Correlates of Trait Emotional Intelligence and Psychosomatic Symptoms: A Randomized Controlled Trial of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Among Adolescents Exposed to Bullying.
This study examines the psychosocial correlates of trait emotional intelligence and psychosomatic symptoms among adolescents exposed to bullying and analyzes the effetiveness of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program through a randomized controlled trial.
The study is two phased, in which the Phase 1 includes a cross sectional correlational survey that was administered to 403 adolescents aged 14 to 18 years studying in secondary schools and colleges of Rawalpindi and Islamabad, Pakistan to analyze the relationships among childhood traumatic experiences, mindfulness, and level of bullying exposure with trait emotional intelligence and psychosomatic symptoms to identify eligible participants for Phase 2.
In Phase 2, about 44 adolescents meeting eligibility criteria were randomly assigned to either an intervention group that received the 8 week MBSR intervention (n=22) or waitlist control group (n=22). Pre and post assessments were done to examine changes in trait emotional intelligence and psychosomatic symptoms, following the mbsr intervention.
Read the detailed description
Bullying exposure is a concerning issue, specially among adolescents. It often results in severe negative physical and psychological outcomes which also includes low emotional intelligence and increased psychosomatic symptoms. Although, there are many studies that have focused on observing the effectiveness of MBSR or Mindfulness based interventions for reducing stress and regulating emotions, but there are very limited studies that have examined these relationships or have tested MBSR as an intervention, solely for adolescents exposed to bullying.
The current study has a two phased quantitative research design:
Phase 1: Cross Sectional Correlational Survery In this phase, about 403 adolescents aged 14 to 18 years, currently studying in secondary schools and colleges of Rawalpindi and Islamabad, Pakistan were recruited through purposive convinient sampling. They completed a standardized questionnaire including scales such as, Multidimensional Peer Victimization Scale (MPVS-24), the Paediatric ACEs and Related Life Events Screener (PEARLS), the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS), the Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire Adolescents Short Form (TEIQue-ASF) and the DSM 5 Level 2 Somatic Symptom Scale for Children aged 11 to 17.
Phase 2: Randomized Controlled Trial Adolescents meeting the eligibility criteria based on Phase 1 screening were identified. These adolescents had scored at or above the 75th percentile on the MPVS-24, PEARLS and DSM 5 Level 2 Somatic Symptom indicating significant level of bullying exposure, childhood traumatic experiences and increased psychosomatic symptoms and at or below the 25th percentile on The MAAS and TEIQue-ASF showing low mindfulness and disturbed trait emotional intelligence.
About 44 adolescents that were found eligible were randomized using computer generated random numbers in spss either into interventio group (n=22) who received 8 week MBSR through online platform having 90 minutes sessions and a waitlist control group (n=22) who did not receive any intervention during the study period.
Assessor blinding was used throughout the process of data collection in which the research assistant administering assessments was kept unaware Of participants group assignments. Pre intervention baseline assesssments were conducted at Time 1 and post intervention assessements at Time 2.
After the completion of the study, the waitlist control group received the MBSR program.
- Conditions
- Childhood Trauma, Stress, Emotional Intelligence, Psychosomatic Disorders, Mindfulness, Adolescent Mental Health
- Being tested
- Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
- Keywords
- MBSR, Mindfulness, Bullying, Adolescents, Trait Emotional Intelligence, Psychosomatic Symptoms, Childhood Trauma, Pakistan, Randomized Controlled Trial
- Medical subject headings
- Psychophysiologic Disorders, Bullying
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)Behavioural
8 week structured online group program based on the Kabat-Zinn 1990 protocol adapted for adolescents delivered via video conferencing in weekly 90 minute sessions comprising mindfulness meditation breathing exercises body scan Mindful movement and group Discussions to increase present moment awareness reduce stress reactivity improve Emotional stability.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| MBSR Intervention Group | Experimental | Participants assigned to this arm received 8 week sessions online of MBSR. Each session was 90 minutes long and delivered through video conferencing. Sessions included mindfulness meditation, breathing exercises, body scan practices and group discussions. Receives: Behavioral: Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) |
| Waitlist Control Group | No intervention | Participants in this arm, receieved no intervention during the study period and were given mbsr program after the study completion. |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Trait Emotional Intelligence
Measured using Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire Adolescent Short Form (TEIQue-ASF), a 30 Item self report measure. Higher scores indicate higher Trait emotional intelligence.
Measured: Baseline pre intervention and 8 weeks post intervention
Psychosomatic Symptoms
Measured using DSM-5 Level 2 Somatic Symptom Scale for children aged 11 To 17. A 13 Item scale. Higher scores Indicate greater psychosomatic distress.
Measured: Baseline and 8 weeks
Secondary outcomes (3)
Mindfulness
Measured through Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS). A 15 item self report measure. Higher scores indicate Greater dispositional mindfulness.
Measured: Baseline and 8 weeks
Level of Bullying Exposure
Measured using Multidimensional Peer Victimization Scale MPVS-24. A 24 item measure. Higher scores show greater bullying exposure.
Measured: Baseline and 8 weeks
Childhood Traumatic Experiences
Measured using Pediatric ACEs And Related Life Events Screener (PEARLS). Higher scores indicate greater adverse childhood Experiences
Measured: Baseline and 8 weeks
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted10 Jul 2026
- Study start1 Feb 2026
- Primary completionJul 2026 (estimated)
- Study completionJul 2026 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Childhood TraumaStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- Two parallel groups, intervention group receiving eight week MBSR online and waitlist control group receiving no intervention during study period.
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 44 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Fatima Jinnah Women University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Urwah Naeem, Fatima Jinnah Women University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07694908
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- FJWU/EC/2026/147
- Acronym
- MBSR-RCT
- Status last verified
- Jul 2026
- First submitted
- 6 Jul 2026
- Last updated
- 14 Jul 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 14 Jul 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Psychosocial Correlates of Trait Emotional Intelligence and Psychosomatic Symptoms: A Randomized Controlled Trial of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Among Adolescents Exposed to Bullying.
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07694908
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- MBSR-RCT / FJWU/EC/2026/147
- Conditions
- Childhood Trauma, Stress, Emotional Intelligence, Psychosomatic Disorders, Mindfulness, Adolescent Mental Health
- Keywords
- MBSR, Mindfulness, Bullying, Adolescents, Trait Emotional Intelligence, Psychosomatic Symptoms, Childhood Trauma, Pakistan
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Active, not recruiting
- Enrolment
- 44 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Fatima Jinnah Women UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Feb 2026 (actual)
- Primary completion
- Jul 2026 (estimated)
- Study completion
- Jul 2026 (estimated)
- First posted
- 10 Jul 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This study examines the psychosocial correlates of trait emotional intelligence and psychosomatic symptoms among adolescents exposed to bullying and analyzes the effetiveness of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program through a randomized controlled trial.
The study is two phased, in which the Phase 1 includes a cross sectional correlational survey that was administered to 403 adolescents aged 14 to 18 years studying in secondary schools and colleges of Rawalpindi and Islamabad, Pakistan to analyze the relationships among childhood traumatic experiences, mindfulness, and level of bullying exposure with trait emotional intelligence and psychosomatic symptoms to identify eligible participants for Phase 2.
In Phase 2, about 44 adolescents meeting eligibility criteria were randomly assigned to either an intervention group that received the 8 week MBSR intervention (n=22) or waitlist control group (n=22). Pre and post assessments were done to examine changes in trait emotional intelligence and psychosomatic symptoms, following the mbsr intervention.
Detailed description
Bullying exposure is a concerning issue, specially among adolescents. It often results in severe negative physical and psychological outcomes which also includes low emotional intelligence and increased psychosomatic symptoms. Although, there are many studies that have focused on observing the effectiveness of MBSR or Mindfulness based interventions for reducing stress and regulating emotions, but there are very limited studies that have examined these relationships or have tested MBSR as an intervention, solely for adolescents exposed to bullying.
The current study has a two phased quantitative research design:
Phase 1: Cross Sectional Correlational Survery In this phase, about 403 adolescents aged 14 to 18 years, currently studying in secondary schools and colleges of Rawalpindi and Islamabad, Pakistan were recruited through purposive convinient sampling. They completed a standardized questionnaire including scales such as, Multidimensional Peer Victimization Scale (MPVS-24), the Paediatric ACEs and Related Life Events Screener (PEARLS), the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS), the Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire Adolescents Short Form (TEIQue-ASF) and the DSM 5 Level 2 Somatic Symptom Scale for Children aged 11 to 17.
Phase 2: Randomized Controlled Trial Adolescents meeting the eligibility criteria based on Phase 1 screening were identified. These adolescents had scored at or above the 75th percentile on the MPVS-24, PEARLS and DSM 5 Level 2 Somatic Symptom indicating significant level of bullying exposure, childhood traumatic experiences and increased psychosomatic symptoms and at or below the 25th percentile on The MAAS and TEIQue-ASF showing low mindfulness and disturbed trait emotional intelligence.
About 44 adolescents that were found eligible were randomized using computer generated random numbers in spss either into interventio group (n=22) who received 8 week MBSR through online platform having 90 minutes sessions and a waitlist control group (n=22) who did not receive any intervention during the study period.
Assessor blinding was used throughout the process of data collection in which the research assistant administering assessments was kept unaware Of participants group assignments. Pre intervention baseline assesssments were conducted at Time 1 and post intervention assessements at Time 2.
After the completion of the study, the waitlist control group received the MBSR program.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- Two parallel groups, intervention group receiving eight week MBSR online and waitlist control group receiving no intervention during study period.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| MBSR Intervention Group | Experimental | Behavioral: Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)Participants assigned to this arm received 8 week sessions online of MBSR. Each session was 90 minutes long and delivered through video conferencing. Sessions included mindfulness meditation, breathing exercises, body scan practices and group discussions. |
| Waitlist Control Group | No intervention | –Participants in this arm, receieved no intervention during the study period and were given mbsr program after the study completion. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 14 to 18 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Child, Adult
Key inclusion criteria (8 listed)
- Adolescents aged 14 to 18 years currently enrolled in secondary school and colleges of Rawalpindi and Islamabad Pakistan.
- Score at or above 75th percentile on Multidimensional Peer Victimization Scale (MPVS-24) indicating significant bullying exposure.
- Score at or above 75th percentile on Pediatric ACEs and Related Life Events Screener (PEARLS) indicating Meaningful childhood trauma history.
- Score at or below 25th percentile on Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS) Indicating low dispositional mindfulness.
- Score at or below 25th percentile on Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire Adolescent Short Form (TEIQue-ASF) indicating Impaired trait emotional intelligence.
Key exclusion criteria (7 listed)
- Current diagnosis of severe Psychiatric disorder such as Psychotic disorder.
- Currently receiving psychotherapy or any structured psychological treatment.
- Currently taking psychiatric or Mental health medication.
- Currently practicing mindfulness related exercises such as meditation Yoga or breathing exercises.
- Diagnosed chronic physical illness.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)8 week structured online group program based on the Kabat-Zinn 1990 protocol adapted for adolescents delivered via video conferencing in weekly 90 minute sessions comprising mindfulness meditation breathing exercises body scan Mindful movement and group Discussions to increase present moment awareness reduce stress reactivity improve Emotional stability. | Behavioural | MBSR Intervention Group |
Primary outcome
Trait Emotional Intelligence
Time frame: Baseline pre intervention and 8 weeks post intervention
Measured using Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire Adolescent Short Form (TEIQue-ASF), a 30 Item self report measure. Higher scores indicate higher Trait emotional intelligence.
Psychosomatic Symptoms
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks
Measured using DSM-5 Level 2 Somatic Symptom Scale for children aged 11 To 17. A 13 Item scale. Higher scores Indicate greater psychosomatic distress.
3 secondary outcomes
Mindfulness
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks
Level of Bullying Exposure
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks
Childhood Traumatic Experiences
Time frame: Baseline and 8 weeks
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 14 Jul 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) in people with Childhood Trauma and Stress, run by Fatima Jinnah Women University at 1 site in Pakistan.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 8 inclusion and 7 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: under way, not looking for participants, as of the sponsor's last update on 14 Jul 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Pakistan. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Trait Emotional Intelligence (time frame: Baseline pre intervention and 8 weeks post intervention). The study lists 2 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 14 Jul 2026; AzTrials last refreshed its copy on 8 Nov 2026.