Coloring away the stress: mandala art calms NICU moms

NCT ID NCT06499259

First seen Nov 26, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study looked at whether coloring mandala patterns could lower stress and anxiety in mothers whose babies were in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). 72 mothers took part, and those who colored mandalas reported feeling less stressed and anxious. The approach is simple, non-drug, and can be done at the hospital.

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Locations

  • Istanbul Medeniyet University

    Istanbul, Kadıköy, 34720, Turkey (Türkiye)

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