Effect of Relaxation Exercises on Nursing Students' Stress Levels
The Effect of Progressive Relaxation Exercises Applied to First Year Nursing Students Before Clinical Practice on Perceived Stress, Psychological Resilience and Meaning of Life
This study tests if relaxation exercises can help first-year nursing students feel less stressed and improve their mental well-being before they start working in clinical settings.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 80 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 45 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Celal Bayar University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Manisa, Yunusemre) |
| Trial ID | NCT06870669 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This randomized controlled study aims to evaluate the impact of Progressive Relaxation Exercises on first-year nursing students' stress perceptions, psychological resilience, and overall meaning of life before they engage in clinical practice. The study involves 80 participants divided into an intervention group, which will undergo eight sessions of relaxation exercises over four weeks, and a control group. Assessments will be conducted using pre-tests and post-tests to measure changes in stress levels and psychological well-being. The goal is to determine if these exercises can enhance mental health and coping mechanisms among nursing students.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are first-year nursing students without any diagnosed psychiatric conditions or prior experience with relaxation exercises.
Not a fit: Patients who have psychiatric disorders, are currently using antidepressants, or have experienced significant personal loss in the last six months may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve the mental health and resilience of nursing students, leading to better performance in clinical settings.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of using relaxation exercises among nursing students is less common, similar studies have shown positive outcomes in stress reduction and psychological well-being in various populations.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Who did not have any diagnosed psychiatric diseases, Who had not done Progressive Relaxation Exercises and / or did not have any clinical experience previously were included Exclusion Criteria: Who withdrew from the study at any stage, Those who did not participate in the exercise sessions regularly Those who used another relaxation method during this period, Those who took antidepressants, Those who were unwilling to participate in the study, Those who lost one of their loved ones in the last 6 months were excluded from the research.
Where this trial is running
Manisa, Yunusemre
- Manisa Celal Bayar University — Manisa, Yunusemre, Turkey (Recruiting)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.