Relaxation and guided imagery tested as a tool for earthquake trauma
NCT ID NCT07563556
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a 4-week program combining muscle relaxation and guided imagery in 26 adult survivors of the 2023 earthquakes. Participants attend eight sessions and practice daily at home. Researchers will measure changes in stress, mood, and daily activity performance over 6 months.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- combined mind-body intervention (progressive muscle relaxation and guided imagery)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to help earthquake survivors manage stress and regain daily function.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small early trial with only 26 participants, so results may not apply broadly. It also relies on self-reported outcomes, which can be subjective.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hacettepe University
Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)