Using Emotional Freedom Techniques and Virtual Reality to Help Pregnant Women Overcome Fear of Childbirth
The Effect of Emotional Freedom Techniques and Virtual Reality Application Applied to Reduce the Fear of Childbirth on Attachment and Mental Well-being in Primiparous Pregnant Women
This study is testing if using Emotional Freedom Techniques and virtual reality can help first-time pregnant women feel less anxious about childbirth and improve their emotional well-being.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Inonu University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Malatya) |
| Trial ID | NCT06813547 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to address the fear of childbirth in first-time pregnant women by utilizing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) and virtual reality (VR) applications. The approach combines relaxation techniques with immersive simulations to help reduce anxiety and improve mental well-being during pregnancy. Participants will be divided into groups receiving either the intervention or no treatment, allowing for a comparison of outcomes related to maternal attachment and emotional health. The study focuses on women in their late pregnancy stages, specifically between 32 and 38 weeks gestation.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are first-time pregnant women between 32 and 38 weeks of gestation who do not have psychiatric disorders or obstetric complications.
Not a fit: Patients who may not benefit from this study include those with verbal communication issues, psychiatric disorders, or those experiencing early labor.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly reduce anxiety and improve the emotional well-being of expectant mothers, fostering better maternal-infant relationships.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results using similar nonpharmacological approaches to reduce anxiety in pregnant women, indicating potential for success in this novel application.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * No verbal communication problems * Primiparous pregnancy * 32/0-38/0 weeks of gestation * Having a single, viable foetus * No psychiatric disorder * No obstetric complications * Absence of scar tissue or an obstacle to touch at the points of EFT application Exclusion Criteria: * Not wanting to continue the research * Early labour
Where this trial is running
Malatya
- Malatya Training and Research Hospital — Malatya, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Sinem Güven Santur, Msc
- Email: ysinemguven@gmail.com
- Phone: 00905424640068
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.