Online Mindfulness Training Versus Health Education for Fibromyalgia

Emotional Resilience in Fibromyalgia: A Pilot Study of Web-based Treatment

The purpose of this study is to compare an online 12-module intervention designed to improve emotion regulation and social relations via mindfulness training with a 12-module program that provides information about health behaviors to individuals with fibromyalgia. The mindfulness training program is expected to produce greater day-to-day improvements than the education condition in individuals' efficacy for coping with pain and stress, positive and negative affect, and positive engagement in social relations assessed via online diaries completed each evening during the intervention period.

Inclusion Criteria:

• At least 18 years of age
• Self-report of physician diagnosis of fibromyalgia
• Able to read and understand English
• Daily access to the internet

Exclusion Criteria:

• Self-report of more than 5 past episodes of depression