Near East University, Turkey
Clinical trials sponsored by Near East University, Turkey, explained in plain language.
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Text messages as medicine: digital program aims to improve life with PCOS
Disease control CompletedThis study tests whether a four-week digital health education program delivered via WhatsApp can improve quality of life in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Seventy women aged 18–45 with PCOS are randomly assigned to receive either the digital program—30 structured me…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Near East University, Turkey • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Kindness training boosts nursing Students' mental strength
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a short training program that teaches nursing students to be kinder to themselves during tough times. 64 students took part, and researchers measured their stress, resilience, self-compassion, and well-being before and after the program. The goal was to see if t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Near East University, Turkey • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Coloring or meditating? study tests simple ways to beat exam nerves
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether mandala coloring or twin hearts meditation works better to calm exam anxiety. One hundred nursing students tried one of the two methods right before a practical exam. Researchers measured their anxiety levels before and after to see which approach helped…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Near East University, Turkey • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Meditation may soothe chemo side effects, study finds
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a specific meditation technique, Twin Hearts Meditation, could reduce nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy in women with breast cancer. 102 women were split into two groups: one practiced meditation for 30 minutes at least three times a week, while…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Near East University, Turkey • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Caring nurses may ease birth fears, small study suggests
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a special type of nursing care, based on Watson's Human Caring Theory, could help reduce fear of childbirth and improve the overall birth experience. Thirty women with uncomplicated vaginal births were randomly assigned to receive either this personalize…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Near East University, Turkey • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Simple exercises may relieve common shoulder pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether strengthening the muscles that help keep the shoulder joint stable (humeral head depressors) can improve function and reduce pain in people with subacromial impingement syndrome. Forty participants were split into two groups: one did targeted strengtheni…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Near East University, Turkey • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Empowerment program shows promise for healthier habits in young leukemia patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a child-centered empowerment program designed to help children with leukemia improve their lifestyle habits, including nutrition, sleep, physical activity, and stress management. Forty-six children aged 7-13 took part, with half receiving the program and half ge…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Near East University, Turkey • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:44 UTC
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AI chatbot teaches students about HPV – could it boost vaccination rates?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis trial tests whether an AI chatbot can improve university students' knowledge about HPV, a common virus linked to several cancers. About 68 nursing students will receive either personalized chatbot education or standard written materials. Their HPV knowledge is measured befor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Near East University, Turkey • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New training aims to boost contraceptive Know-How in students
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a training program based on the Transtheoretical Model to improve contraceptive knowledge, attitudes, and behavior among 68 international nursing students. Participants were split into two groups: one received the special training, the other did not. Researchers…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Near East University, Turkey • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC