Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 to 35 Women only

Exploring how nature exposure affects body image in young women

Official title: Look at the Bright (Nature) Side: Improving Body Image and Associated Protective Factors and Reducing Body Image Threats With the Nature for Body Image (NBI) Project

Run by University of Padova · NCT06960668 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if spending time in nature can help young women feel better about their bodies and improve their self-image.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 35 Years
SexWomen only
Enrollment60 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Padova
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Padova, Italy)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMay 1, 2025
Main results expectedAugust 30, 2025
Study endsFebruary 28, 2026
Registry record updatedMay 16, 2025
Trial IDNCT06960668 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are females aged 18-35 who do not have a full-blown body image disorder.

Probably not a fit

Patients with existing severe body image disorders may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This project investigates the effects of structured nature exposure on improving body image among young women aged 18-35. It aims to leverage the positive association between time spent in nature and enhanced body image, which is crucial for mental and physical well-being. The intervention includes both simple nature exposure and structured built environment exposure to assess their impact on participants' self-perception and eating behaviors. The study seeks to provide insights into how natural environments can foster self-compassion and improve interoception related to body image.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could lead to improved body image and overall mental health for young women.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promising results regarding the benefits of nature exposure on mental health, suggesting this approach may be effective.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Females
* Age 18-35 years old

Exclusion Criteria:

* Full-blown body image disorder

Where it's running

  • Department of General Psychology, University of Padova
    Padova, Italy, Italy
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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