Laughter yoga: a surprising cure for nurse burnout?

NCT ID NCT07235735

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a structured laughter yoga program can reduce burnout, stress, and compassion fatigue in nurse managers. Eighty nurse managers will either join laughter yoga sessions twice a week for 8 weeks or continue as usual. Researchers will measure changes in stress, burnout, work performance, and decision-making through surveys.

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 Program
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to reduce burnout and stress for nurse managers.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 80 participants, and results may not apply to other groups. The benefits may be modest or not last long.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Burnout, Professional Burnout, Psychological Compassion Fatigue occupation-related stress disorder Stress, Psychological

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