Talking it out: counseling eases Moms' anxiety over preterm baby care

NCT ID NCT07401043

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Nurcan Akgül Gündoğdu Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a solution-focused counseling approach for mothers of preterm infants. Forty mothers participated, with half receiving eight counseling sessions. The sessions helped mothers set goals, identify strengths, and build coping skills. Results showed that the counseling reduced anxiety and improved problem-solving abilities compared to standard care.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Solution-Focused Approach (counseling sessions)
What this could lead to: If effective, this counseling method could help reduce anxiety in mothers of preterm infants and improve their coping skills.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 40 participants. Results may not apply to all mothers or settings, and the approach requires trained counselors.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

MATERNAL ANXIETY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Sivas Cumhuriyet University Research and Training Hospital - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Sivas, Sivas, 58140, Turkey (Türkiye)

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