Laughter yoga may lift Seniors' spirits, study hopes
NCT ID NCT07421336
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is testing whether laughter yoga can improve psychological well-being and reduce depressive symptoms in adults aged 65 and older. Seventy participants will be split into two groups: one doing laughter yoga sessions and a control group. Researchers will measure changes in depression and well-being using standard questionnaires before and after the program.
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, drug-free way to boost mood and mental health in older adults.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 70 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effects of laughter yoga may be modest or temporary.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Ankara University Faculty of Nursing
RECRUITINGAnkara, Turkey (Türkiye)
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