Can talking about sex during pregnancy boost mood and marital happiness?

NCT ID NCT07517549

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Ordu University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether sexual counseling during pregnancy can improve sexual function, marital adjustment, and emotional health. About 70 pregnant women will receive either counseling or standard care. Researchers will measure changes before delivery and three months after birth.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: sexual counseling based on the extended PLISSIT model
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, non-drug way to help pregnant women and new mothers improve their sexual well-being and emotional health.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 70 participants, so results may not apply widely. The topic is sensitive and cultural factors could affect outcomes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety disorder Depression depressive disorder pregnancy disorder Sexuality

As listed by the trial registrant

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

DEPRESSION PREGNANCY RELATED SEXUALITY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Ordu University
RECRUITING

Altinordu, Ordu, 52200, Turkey (Türkiye)

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