Effectiveness of Mandala Coloring on State Mindfulness, Mood and Psychological Distress Among Pat… (NCT07561918) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effectiveness of Mandala Coloring on State Mindfulness, Mood and Psychological Distress Among Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis
Pakistan60 participantsStarted 2026-04
Plain-language summary
The goal of this study is to see if mandala coloring helps improve state mindfulness, mood and psychological distress in patients undergoing hemodialysis. The study will also compare mandala coloring with free-form coloring.
The main questions are:
Does mandala coloring improve state mindfulness in hemodialysis patients compared to free-form coloring? Does mandala coloring improve mood compared to free-form coloring? Does mandala coloring reduce psychological distress compared to free-form coloring?
Participants will be placed into two groups. One group will do mandala coloring and the other group will do free-form coloring. Both groups will complete assessment before and after the activity.
Researchers will compare results from before and after the activity and also between the two groups, to see if there are any differences.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 50 Years
Sex
ALL
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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:
* Age 18-50 years
* Receiving in-center hemodialysis 2-3 times per week
* Scored in the range 20-29 on Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K10)
* Able to read and understand English or Urdu
Exclusion Criteria:
* Arteriovenous fistula in the dominant arm
* Diagnosis of dementia or delirium
* Presence of hearing impairment, interfering with participation
* Acute renal failure
* Current chemotherapy or radiotherapy
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.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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
1
State Mindfulness
Timeframe: Baseline and immediately after the intervention
2
Mood
Timeframe: Baseline and immediately after the intervention
3
Psychological Distress
Timeframe: Baseline and immediately after the intervention