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Could simple breathing exercises heal trauma and restore sleep after an earthquake?

NCT ID NCT07781904

Symptom relief Sponsor: Rana Ceviz Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 24, 2026 · Last updated Aug 26, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This trial tests whether a structured program combining psychoeducation, breathing exercises, and relaxation techniques can reduce post-traumatic stress symptoms and improve sleep quality in adults who survived the February 2023 earthquakes in Türkiye. Ninety participants living in temporary accommodation in Malatya are randomly assigned to either attend six group sessions over three weeks or continue their usual routine. The study measures changes in PTSD symptoms and sleep quality before and after the intervention to see if this low-cost, non-drug approach offers meaningful relief.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Psychoeducation-Supported Breathing and Relaxation Program
What this could lead to
If effective, this program could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce post-traumatic stress symptoms and improve sleep quality in people living in temporary housing after a disaster.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with 90 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The program requires regular attendance and practice, and its benefits may not last beyond the three-week intervention.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

90 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Oct 2025

Finished

Jan 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Experienced the February 6, 2023 earthquakes * Aged 18 to 65 years * Able to read and understand Turkish * Provided written informed consent to participate Exclusion Criteria: * Incomplete or invalid questionnaires * Inability to attend the intervention sessions regularly * Self-reported history of a severe psychiatric diagnosis

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Conditions

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insomnia

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Poor sleep quality Post-traumatic stress symptoms

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Malatya Teknokent Temporary Accommodation Center

    Malatya, 44330, Turkey (Türkiye)

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