Mind over menstruation: could guided imagery beat PMS?

NCT ID NCT07202650

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Baskent University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026 · Updated 6 times

Summary

This study tests whether guided imagery—a relaxation technique using mental images—can reduce the physical and emotional symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) in university students. Forty-eight women with regular cycles and moderate-to-severe PMS will practice guided imagery and report their symptom changes. The goal is to find a safe, non-drug way to improve well-being during the menstrual cycle.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: guided imagery
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way for young women to manage PMS symptoms at home.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 48 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effect may be small or no better than relaxation alone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

premenstrual tension

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

GUIDED IMAGERY NURSING PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME

Contacts and locations

Locations

Başkent University
RECRUITING

Ankara, 06790, Turkey (Türkiye)

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