U.S., Oct. 31 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07906743) titled 'Mandala Coloring in Late Pregnancy' on Oct. 26.
Brief Summary: Anxiety, depression and poor sleep are common in the last months of pregnancy and often occur together. Medication options during pregnancy are limited, so simple, safe non-drug methods are needed. Mandala coloring is an art therapy technique in which a person colors circular patterns; it helps focus attention on the present moment and may have a calming effect.
This randomized controlled trial will examine whether mandala coloring during the third trimester reduces depression, anxiety and stress, improves sleep, and reduces fear of childbirth. It will also look at birt...