Laughter yoga tested as a fun remedy for PMS

NCT ID NCT07074314

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

Summary

This study looked at whether laughter yoga can improve quality of life and reduce symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) in young people aged 18 to 25. Seventy-five participants with regular periods took part. The approach combines breathing exercises, clapping, and playful games to trigger laughter. Researchers measured coping skills and PMS-specific quality of life.

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Active substance
laughter yoga
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, enjoyable way to ease PMS symptoms and improve quality of life without medication.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with no phase designation, so results may not apply widely. The intervention is subjective and hard to standardize.

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  • Cukurova University

    Adana, Turkey (Türkiye)

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