Coloring away chemo stress: mandala painting eases anxiety and nausea
NCT ID NCT07269340
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether painting mandalas during chemotherapy can help reduce anxiety, nausea, and improve comfort. 73 first-time chemotherapy patients took part. One group colored mandalas for at least 30 minutes during treatment, while the other group received standard care. The goal was to see if this simple, drug-free activity could distract patients and make them feel better.
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Bursa Uludağ University
Bursa, 16059, Turkey (Türkiye)
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