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A simple coloring break could fortify the minds of Birth-Unit midwives

NCT ID NCT07788508

Symptom relief Sponsor: Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 26, 2026 · Last updated Aug 28, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This trial tests whether a six-week program of mandala coloring—two 20-30 minute sessions per week—can improve psychological resilience among midwives working in hospital delivery rooms. These professionals face high stress from heavy workloads, shift work, and traumatic events, which can wear down their mental well-being. Half of the 91 participating midwives will color mandalas during work hours, while the other half continues their usual routine. Researchers will compare changes in resilience, depression, anxiety, stress, and well-being between the two groups.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Mandala coloring, a structured art-based relaxation activity
What this could lead to
If effective, this simple, low-cost activity could offer a practical way to support mental well-being and resilience in high-stress healthcare workers.
What could go wrong
The trial is small and the outcome depends on self-reported measures, so results may not be conclusive or widely generalizable. Coloring may not produce lasting changes in resilience.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

91 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jan 2025

Finished

Aug 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Working as a midwife in the delivery room of one of the participating hospitals * Voluntarily agreeing to participate in the study * Providing informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Having difficulty communicating in Turkish or having a hearing, speech, or comprehension impairment that could interfere with communication and participation in the study * Having a physical or visual impairment that could prevent participation in the mandala coloring activity * Having a psychiatric disorder * Routinely engaging in stress-reduction or relaxation practices, such as meditation or yoga

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety disorder Depression

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Psychological resilience among midwives working in delivery rooms

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • MEDIPOL Acıbadem Regional Hospital

    Istanbul, Kadıköy, Turkey (Türkiye)

  • Medipol Bahçelievler Üniversity Hospital

    Istanbul, Bahçelievler, Turkey (Türkiye)

  • Medipol Esenler Üniversity Hospital

    Istanbul, Esenler, Turkey (Türkiye)

  • Medipol Koşuyolu Hospital

    Istanbul, Kadıköy, Turkey (Türkiye)

  • Medipol Mega Üniversity Hospital

    Istanbul, Bağcılar, Turkey (Türkiye)

  • Medipol Pendik Üniversity Hospital

    Istanbul, Pendik, Turkey (Türkiye)

  • Medipol Sefaköy Üniversity Hospital

    Istanbul, Küçükçekmece, Turkey (Türkiye)

  • Medipol Çamlıca Üniversity Hospital

    Istanbul, Uskudar, Turkey (Türkiye)