Forgiveness therapy eases death anxiety in COPD patients

NCT ID NCT07365943

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a forgiveness-based motivational interviewing program in 30 COPD patients. Half received the counseling; the other half did not. Results showed that those who received the program had significantly lower death anxiety and higher life satisfaction and forgiveness one month later. The approach is a low-risk, supportive therapy to improve emotional well-being.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease COPD, severe early onset Necrophobia Personal Satisfaction

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Bergama Necla Mithat Öztüre State Hospital

    Izmir, Bergama, 35700, Turkey (Türkiye)