Can laughter yoga ease stress in gestational diabetes?

NCT ID NCT06556927

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Kırklareli University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study investigates whether laughter yoga can lower stress and improve quality of life for pregnant women diagnosed with gestational diabetes. Participants will practice laughter yoga sessions that combine breathing exercises, clapping, and playful activities. The trial measures changes in anxiety and quality of life 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, drug-free way to help pregnant women with gestational diabetes feel less stressed and improve their well-being.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study. The effects may be modest or not last, and results may not apply to all women with gestational diabetes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder gestational diabetes pregnancy disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ANXIETY GESTATIONAL DIABETES LIFE STYLE PREGNANCY RELATED

Contacts and locations

Locations

Kırklareli University

Kırklareli, Turkey (Türkiye)

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