Developing Evidence-Based Cognitive Approaches to Improve Adjustment to Vision Loss

Conditions studied

Depression, Anxiety, Visual Impairment, Adjustment, Adjustment Disorder With Anxious Mood, Adjustment Disorder With Depressed Mood, Blindness, Acquired, Blindness and Low Vision, Vision Loss

About this study

The goal of this study is to develop and pilot test a therapeutic strategy combining cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with mindfulness practices tailored for individuals adjusting to vision loss. The study will begin with focus groups to inform the design of the intervention. Participants will complete brief surveys on their background and experiences with vision loss prior to attending a focus group, and some may be invited to a second session to provide additional feedback before preliminary testing begins. In the pilot phase, participants will attend weekly group therapy sessions using the developed intervention and complete assessments before and after the program, including questions about vision status, demographics, and experiences with vision loss.

Interventions

• Behavioral: Integrated Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Mindfulness Group Intervention for Adjustment to Vision Loss — The intervention will be an 8-week integrated group therapy curriculum combining cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with mindfulness practices designed for individuals adjusting to vision loss.

Primary outcomes

• Change from Baseline in Mean Adaption to Vision Loss (AVL) Scale Score (Assessed at baseline and following the 8-week intervention period)

Eligibility information

Study locations

• The Chicago Lighthouse, Chicago, Illinois 60608 United States