Aydin Adnan Menderes University

This study tests a very brief smoking cessation intervention called 3A-OR in family health centers across Turkey. About 2,400 smokers aged 15 and older will be randomly assigned to receive the intervention or usual care. The intervention involves asking about tobacco use, assessi…

This study investigates whether a nurse speaking calmly and reassuringly to premature infants during routine care (like diaper changes and weighing) can reduce their stress. About 72 babies born between 32 and 36 weeks will be randomly assigned to receive either standard care or …

This study tests whether a training program for people caring for adults aged 65 and older at home can reduce their stress and improve their quality of life. The training covers topics like hygiene, exercise, nutrition, sleep, and medication use. Researchers will compare caregive…

This study tests whether an 8-session training program based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can help caregivers of schizophrenia patients feel less burdened, express emotions more healthily, and become more psychologically flexible. About 60 caregivers will be randoml…

This study looks at whether foot reflexology and body massage can help newborns with jaundice who are already receiving light therapy (phototherapy). Researchers will measure bilirubin levels, heart rate, breathing, and stress in 105 babies. The goal is to see if these gentle, dr…

This study tests whether using an animal-shaped magic mirror during vaccination can reduce pain in children aged 1 to 4 years and lower anxiety in their mothers. About 126 mother-child pairs will take part, with some using the mirror and others receiving standard care. The goal i…

This study looks at three simple methods—breastfeeding, using a stress ball, or wearing virtual reality goggles—to help first-time mothers feel less pain and anxiety during episiotomy repair (stitching) after giving birth. About 120 women will be randomly assigned to one of these…

This pilot study will test a 'blended' therapy approach for adults with emotional disorders like anxiety and depression. Participants will either receive standard face-to-face therapy, a mix of face-to-face sessions and a smartphone app, or be placed on a waitlist. The goal is to…

This study compares two fun, game-based ways to teach nursing students about HPV. One group plays a digital quiz game (Gimkit), while the other works together in an escape room. Researchers will measure how much students learn and remember after one month. The goal is to find bet…

This study looks at whether using exercise bars like the Flexi-Bar or Theraband Flex-Bar can improve how well your arms sense position, react, and perform power moves. Forty-five healthy men aged 18-35 will do a single session with one of three tools (Flexi-Bar, Theraband Flex-Ba…

This study looks at 120 children aged 6 months to 5 years who have a fever with or without a seizure. Researchers measure stress hormones (thyroxine, epinephrine, norepinephrine) right after a seizure and again when the child recovers. The goal is to see if these hormones are lin…