Virtual mindfulness and breathing training for shift-work nurses
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests if a virtual reality mindfulness and breathing program can help nurses who work rotating shifts manage stress, sleep better, and improve thinking. It compares the program to usual care to see if it makes a difference.
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Who can take part
- You are a registered nurse currently working rotating shifts.
- You are between 20 and 65 years old.
- You have worked full-time in nursing for at least 3 months.
- You feel a high level of stress (score 50 or more on a standard stress test).
- You can understand spoken or written Mandarin or Taiwanese.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You do not have certain health conditions like heart disease, cancer, or a psychiatric diagnosis.
- You are not using alcohol heavily or taking psychiatric or sleep medications.
- You are not already in another regular exercise, light therapy, or mind-body program.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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