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Research & Trials

Transparent about
what we know and don't

NDSR is an emerging program. We communicate evidence status honestly — what is established, what is exploratory, and what is planned.

Current Evidence Classification

At present, NDSR should be classified as: exploratory and developmental — research-informed but not yet evidence-based, under active program evaluation. NDSR has not been established as a clinical treatment and should not be presented as a substitute for psychotherapy, psychiatric care, or medical treatment.

Relevant Research Foundations

Although NDSR itself is novel, it is informed by several established research domains:

Contemplative Practice Research

  • Mindfulness-based interventions (MBSR, MBCT)
  • Decentering and metacognitive awareness
  • Self-transcendent and non-self-referential states
  • Contemplative phenomenology

Psychological & Clinical Frameworks

  • Psychological flexibility and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Stress physiology and autonomic regulation
  • Trauma-informed contemplative practice
  • Attention, self-representation, and identity processes

NDSR differs from attentional mindfulness approaches by emphasizing nondual awareness rather than sustained attentional monitoring as the primary pedagogical focus.

Evidence Not Yet Established

The following have not yet been completed:

  • Registered clinical trials
  • Randomized controlled trials (RCTs)
  • Longitudinal outcome studies
  • Comparative effectiveness research
  • Meta-analytic evaluations

Accordingly, no claims are made regarding clinical efficacy, superiority, or long-term outcomes.

Current Evidence Available

  • Structured curriculum and instructor manuals
  • Defined ethical guidelines and contraindications
  • Feasibility and tolerability data from exploratory pilots
  • Pre/post self-report measures (perceived stress, wellbeing)
  • Qualitative participant feedback
  • De-identified practitioner case observations

Phased Research Approach

  • 1. Conceptual and curriculum development
  • 2. Feasibility and acceptability testing
  • 3. Program refinement
  • 4. Practitioner training and standardization
  • 5. Formal trials when feasible and appropriate

NDSR is currently in the feasibility and refinement phase.

Future Evaluation Plans

  • Expanded feasibility studies
  • Observational and mixed-methods research
  • Practitioner-led data collection
  • Pilot randomized controlled trial (RCT)
  • Qualitative study on participant experiences
  • Physiological stress regulation measures
  • Longitudinal follow-ups on sustained benefits

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