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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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder Vomiting

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Bursa Uludağ University

    Bursa, 16059, Turkey (Türkiye)