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Coloring away caregiver stress: mandala study shows promise

NCT ID NCT05847231

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

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tested whether coloring mandalas (circular patterns) can reduce stress and anxiety and improve quality of life for people caring for a loved one in palliative care. Eighty caregivers were split into two groups: one colored mandalas for 4 weeks (4 days a week), the other did not. Researchers measured stress, anxiety, and quality of life before and after the program. The goal is to see if this simple, no-skill activity can offer emotional support to caregivers.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
mandala coloring (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to help caregivers feel less stressed and anxious.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with 80 participants, so results may not apply to all caregivers. The effect may be due to relaxation or attention, not mandala coloring specifically.

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ANXIETY LEVEL PERCEIVED STRESS QUALITY OF LIFE

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Gülcan B.Turan

    Elâzığ, Merkez, 23000, Turkey (Türkiye)

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