Can laughter yoga beat burnout? study tests playful stress relief for midwives

NCT ID NCT06519513

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

Summary

This study tests whether laughter yoga can reduce stress and burnout in midwives. Midwives with moderate to high stress will take part in laughter yoga sessions that include deep breathing, hand clapping, and playful games. Researchers will measure changes in stress, burnout, and general mental health using standard questionnaires.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

laughter yoga

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to help midwives manage job stress and prevent burnout.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with 80 participants. Results may not apply to all midwives or other healthcare workers.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Burnout, Psychological Laughter

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Kırklareli University

    Kırklareli, Turkey (Türkiye)