Heart rate biofeedback for stress in dentistry students
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests if a technique called heart rate variability biofeedback (HRVB) can help reduce stress and anxiety in students moving from classroom to clinical training. It may be a good fit if you are a 4th-year dentistry student starting clinical work.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are enrolled in the Integrated Master's in Dentistry at Egas Moniz School of Health and Science.
- You are in your 4th year of the program and beginning clinical training for the first time.
- You have not started or changed any anxiety or depression medication, therapy, or psychological support in the last 6 months.
- You do not have a diagnosed psychiatric condition.
- You do not use recreational drugs or substances like cannabis more than twice a week.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This trial tests whether a biofeedback technique that improves heart rate control can help military personnel manage stress and perform better in their duties. You would learn a simple relaxation method while on active duty.
This study tests whether training in heart rate control, body awareness, and mindfulness can help reduce stress in university students and staff. Participants will attend weekly sessions for six weeks and practice using a smartphone app.
This study tests a guided breathing exercise program to help reduce anxiety in patients who are in the hospital waiting for a heart transplant. If you are waiting for a heart transplant and feeling anxious, this trial may offer a non-drug way to help you feel calmer.
This study tests whether combining neurofeedback (a technique to train your brain waves) with mindfulness meditation can help nursing students feel less anxious and stressed, and do better in school. You can join if you are a nursing student at the University of Salamanca and are willing to participate.
This study tests whether a gentle hands-on therapy (osteopathic manual therapy) can help lower stress and anxiety by improving your body's natural balance. It measures heart rate variability, which reflects how well your heart adapts to stress.
This study tests whether a realistic simulation exercise can help medical trainees manage stress better. It may teach coping skills that are useful in high-pressure medical situations.
Hear when a new Stress (Psychology) trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.