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Official title The Effect of Laughter Therapy on Marital Adjustment, Life Satisfaction and Maternal Attachment Level in Mothers
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06917417
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The postnatal period is a fragile period with physical and psychological changes as well as hormonal changes in the mother. Mind-body based complementary practices such as yoga, meditation, relaxation exercises can be used to improve well-being and facilitate adaptation to the changes experienced during this period.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- At least primary school graduate
- Over 18 years of age
- Volunteer to participate in the research
- Heterosexual
- With a spouse or partner
You likely can't join if
- Those who do not speak Turkish,
- Those with hearing and visual impairments,
- Those with mental disabilities,
- Those diagnosed with known psychiatric diseases,
- Mothers of babies with disabilities and chronic health problems
- Women with physical illnesses that prevent them from participating in Laughter Yoga sessions (breathing difficulties, persistent cough, vertigo...
See the full eligibility criteria
- At least primary school graduate
- Over 18 years of age
- Volunteer to participate in the research
- Heterosexual
- With a spouse or partner
- At term
- With a single, healthy baby
- Have not had any intra-abdominal surgery
- With a 1-12 month postpartum baby
- Women who can use the Zoom program
- Those who do not speak Turkish,
- Those with hearing and visual impairments,
- Those with mental disabilities,
- Those diagnosed with known psychiatric diseases,
- Mothers of babies with disabilities and chronic health problems
- Women with physical illnesses that prevent them from participating in Laughter Yoga sessions (breathing difficulties, persistent cough, vertigo, severe heart disease, hemorrhoids, any type of hernia such as neck, waist...
- Women who develop an acute health problem for themselves or their babies, who have had their mothers or babies suddenly hospitalized, who have lost their babies, who have separated from their spouses or partners, who do...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Konya, Selçuklu, Turkey (Türkiye)
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Konya, Selçuklu, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.