Using heart sound biofeedback to help young earthquake survivors cope with trauma
Biofeedback With Heart Sound Following Trauma
This study is testing whether using heart sound biofeedback can help young earthquake survivors manage stress and cope better with trauma.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 42 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years to 25 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Kahramanmaraş) |
| Trial ID | NCT06919055 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to evaluate the long-term effects of trauma-induced stress in young earthquake survivors by employing non-invasive sound therapy. The study will assess how biofeedback from the sound of the participants' own hearts can influence their autonomic nervous system and cardiovascular responses. By measuring biological signals such as electrocardiography (ECG), the researchers will explore the potential of this method to help manage stress-related coping in individuals who have experienced trauma. The goal is to develop alternative solutions for counseling and stress management in this vulnerable population.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are healthy young adults aged 20 to 25 who are university students and have survived an earthquake.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic or acute infections, neurological, psychiatric, or cardiovascular diseases, as well as pregnant or breastfeeding women, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could provide young earthquake survivors with effective tools to manage trauma-related stress and improve their overall mental health.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of using heart sound biofeedback is novel, similar studies have shown promise in using biofeedback techniques for stress management.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 30 earthquake survivor university students between 20 and 25 will participate in the experiment. Participants will be healthy, non-obese men (n=15) and women (n=15). In particular, all participants should have experienced the earthquake disaster in the local region. All participants must be free of any chronic or acute infection, neurological, psychiatric, and/or cardiovascular disease. Exclusion Criteria: * They must be non-smokers, have no alcohol or drug addiction, and not be under any medical treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding women will not be included in the study.
Where this trial is running
Kahramanmaraş
- Kahramanmaras — Kahramanmaraş, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Fatma Özcan
- Email: fatma.ozcan13@gmail.com
- Phone: +905412385185
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.