Psychological stress

This pilot study tests whether a culturally adapted meditation app, Exhale, helps reduce stress in Black women aged 35 to 64 more effectively than a general mindfulness app, Levelhead. About 40 participants with moderate to high stress will use their assigned app for at least 5 m…

This trial tests whether an 8-day mindfulness body scan can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression in adults who survived tidal flooding in Sayung, Demak, Indonesia. Participants will practice guided body scan meditation and have their blood tested for inflammation markers before…

This trial tests whether an 8-day mindfulness body scan can reduce stress and inflammation in people who have survived repeated tidal flooding. Researchers will measure blood markers like IL-6, TNF-α, CRP, and cortisol, along with questionnaires on depression, anxiety, sleep, and…

This trial tests whether a group-based emotional management program called REGULA-T can help nursing students cope with stress during their clinical placements. The program includes nine workshop sessions and on-demand individual support. Researchers will compare students who tak…

This study looks at whether coloring mandalas can help women going through menopause feel less stressed, have a better outlook on menopause, and be more mindful. About 140 women aged 45 to 55 will be randomly assigned to color mandalas or not. The goal is to see if this simple, r…

This study tests a 5-day online Theta Healing program—including meditation, visualization, and self-compassion exercises—in 142 women with PCOS. The goal is to see if it reduces fertility anxiety and improves body image compared to usual care alone. Results will be measured 6 wee…

This study tests whether a short mindfulness program can lower anxiety and improve bonding for mothers whose babies are in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). 66 mothers will be randomly assigned to either the mindfulness program or standard care. The program includes four g…

This study looks at whether interacting with horses can help people who feel stressed. About 123 adults with high stress levels will either spend time with horses or just watch the countryside. Researchers will measure heart rate changes and mood before, right after, and five day…