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The Effect of a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program Applied to Nulliparous Pregnant Women
Sponsor: Amasya University
Summary
Mindfulness-based stress reduction programs are among the effective methods that can contribute to managing anxiety during pregnancy, strengthening mother-fetus interaction, and supporting psychological well-being. In this context, this study will examine the effect of a mindfulness-based stress reduction program on prenatal anxiety, fetal health concerns, and psychological well-being. The aim of this study is to determine the effect of a mindfulness-based stress reduction program applied to pregnant women who have not previously given birth on prenatal anxiety, fetal health concerns, and psychological well-being.
Official title: The Effect of a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program Applied to Nulliparous Pregnant Women on Prenatal Anxiety, Fetal Health Concern, and Psychological Well-Being
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
100
Start Date
2026-07-01
Completion Date
2027-03-31
Last Updated
2026-04-08
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention group (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program)
Pregnant women will be informed about the study and, after obtaining their written consent, pre-tests will be administered. Then, women in the intervention group will receive a Mindfulness-based stress reduction program for 4 weeks, with two sessions per week. The program will cover topics such as the physiology of pregnancy and the fetus, physiological and psychological changes in the mother during pregnancy, fetal development, adaptation to the maternal role, the concept and foundations of mindfulness, mindfulness applications, the use of mindfulness in daily life, the mindfulness approach during pregnancy, stress management methods, and mindfulness, relaxation, and breathing exercises. The training sessions will be planned in a practice-based manner to encourage active participation. Mindfulness exercises will be practiced in the sessions, and participants will be given homework assignments to encourage the application of mindfulness skills to daily life. The trainings will be condu
Control group
The control group will receive routine care. No interventions will be performed. Final tests will be administered 4 weeks after the preliminary tests.