The Effect of Psychoeducation on Dysmenorrhea in Nursing Students (NCT05646238) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
The Effect of Psychoeducation on Dysmenorrhea in Nursing Students
Turkey (Türkiye)61 participantsStarted 2022-12-07
Plain-language summary
This study will be conducted to examine the effect of psychoeducation based on Leventhal's Self-Regulation Model on dysmenorrhea in nursing students.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 30 Years
Sex
FEMALE
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Having a regular menstrual cycle of 6 months
* Being Nulliparous
* Getting 4 or more points from VAS
* Having smart phone and internet facility
* Having the technical means to use the ZOOM application
* Volunteering to participate in the research
Exclusion Criteria:
* Having a diagnosis of any gynecological disease
* Having a history of gynecological surgery
* Having an active vaginal infection
* Not having received psychosocial counseling for dysmenorrhea before
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1This study tested psychoeducation — a structured program combining psychological and educational support — to manage period pain in nursing students; could a similar type of educational or psychological approach be something worth trying for my dysmenorrhea, and are there providers or programs you'd recommend?
2Since this trial measured pain severity using a Visual Analog Scale, what level of pain reduction would actually be meaningful for my day-to-day life, and how do I know if any non-medication approach is working well enough for me?
3This study focused specifically on nursing students, who may have unique stress levels and access to health information — do you think those factors affect how well psychoeducation might translate to my own situation?
4Before exploring non-pharmacological options like psychoeducation, should I first rule out underlying causes of my period pain, such as endometriosis or fibroids, especially if my pain is severe?
5Are there standard treatments for dysmenorrhea — like NSAIDs or hormonal therapy — that you think I should try or exhaust first before pursuing a psychoeducation-based approach?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Menstrual pain severity using the Visual Analog Scale
Timeframe: Change from before implementation, 3th week of the practice, at the beginning of menstruation (for 3 months)