Using Mandala Art Therapy to Help Women with Premenstrual Syndrome
The Effect of Mandala Art Therapy in Coping With Premenstrual Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Study
This study is testing whether mandala art therapy can help women aged 18-45 feel better by reducing their premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms, stress, and depression.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 120 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 45 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Gaziantep and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06144073 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the effects of mandala art therapy on women suffering from premenstrual syndrome (PMS). A total of 120 participants, aged 18-45, will be randomly assigned to either an intervention group receiving mandala therapy or a control group. The intervention consists of 24 sessions of mandala art activities over 12 weeks, with assessments conducted before, immediately after, and one month post-intervention to evaluate changes in PMS symptoms, stress, and depression levels. The study aims to provide insights into the therapeutic benefits of creative expression in managing PMS.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are women aged 18-45 with regular menstrual cycles and significant PMS symptoms who are not currently undergoing medical treatment for PMS.
Not a fit: Patients with psychiatric illnesses, chronic diseases, or those who are pregnant or breastfeeding may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could offer a non-pharmacological method for alleviating PMS symptoms and improving mental well-being.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of art therapy in mental health has shown promise, the specific application of mandala art therapy for PMS is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Being between the ages of 18-45 * Having a regular menstrual history between 21-35 days * Score above 110 on the PMSÖ * Not taking medical treatment for PMS, * No history of psychiatric illness, * No gynecological disease, * No recent use of antidepressants, benzodiazepines/antipsychotics, combined oral contraceptives or hormones, * Volunteering to participate in the study. * Not having received mandala art therapy training before, * Not having a physical problem that would prevent mandala production, * Active use of hands, * No communication problems, * Speaking Turkish, * Suitability/willingness to work in a group. Exclusion Criteria: * Having a diagnosis of psychiatric illness * Having a diagnosis of chronic disease * History of drug use * Under 18 years of age * Unable to communicate verbally, * Giving birth in the last 3 months or breastfeeding, * Pregnant, * Have a history of psychiatric illness (diagnosis of moderate or severe depression, psychosis, bipolar illness, eating disorder, somatic symptom disorder, or acute suicidality), * Gynecological disease (e.g. hysterectomy, oophorectomy, gynecological cancer, polycystic ovary syndrome, infertility, endometriosis) * Recent use of antidepressants, benzodiazepines/antipsychotics, combined oral contraceptives or hormones, * Having a physical problem that prevents you from creating a mandala, * The student has a physical disability in the upper extremity, * Previous mandala art therapy training
Where this trial is running
Gaziantep and 1 other locations
- Gaziantep Islamic University of Science and Technology — Gaziantep, Turkey (Recruiting)
- Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University — Kahramanmaraş, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Esra KARATAŞ OKYAY — Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University
- Study coordinator: Esra KARATAŞ OKYAY, PhD
- Email: esrakaratas44@hotmail.com
- Phone: 05432125225
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.