The Effect of Laughter Yoga on Premenstrual Syndrome Symptoms and Quality of Life in Young Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Status: Recruiting
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Intervention Type: Behavioral
Study Type: Interventional
Study Phase: Not Applicable
SUMMARY
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common condition among young women, characterized by physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms that negatively affect quality of life. Laughter yoga, a non-pharmacological mind-body intervention combining breathing techniques, relaxation, and intentional laughter, has been shown to reduce stress, improve mood, and enhance well-being. This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effect of laughter yoga on PMS symptoms and quality of life in young women.
Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: Female
Minimum Age: 18
Maximum Age: 25
Healthy Volunteers: f
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• Experiencing premenstrual symptoms (PMS score of 110 or higher),
• Are between the ages of 18-25,
• Have regular menstrual periods,
• Can read and understand Turkish,
Locations
Other Locations
Turkey
Bilecik Seyh Edebali University
RECRUITING
Bilecik
Contact Information
Primary
Gülsüm Akkuş
gulsum.akkus@bilecik.edu.tr
+905527060176
Time Frame
Start Date: 2025-10-15
Estimated Completion Date: 2025-12-15
Participants
Target number of participants: 72
Treatments
Experimental: intervention arm
Intervention arm: Laughter yoga group sessions will be implemented twice a week for 4 weeks (8 sessions in total); the first session will be \~45 min, the subsequent sessions \~30 min. Sessions will be conducted face-to-face in a suitable room within the institution. Following the interim measurement in week 4, the intervention arm will continue structured individual laughter practices daily for 4 weeks.
No_intervention: control arm
No intervention will be applied to the control arm; after the post-tests, the same training will be offered to this group for ethical reasons (delayed intervention).
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Leads: Lokman Hekim University