InfertilityNCT06274138
The Enchanting Symphony of Haptonomy's Impact on Attachment and Spousal Harmony for Women Conceiving Through Infertility Treatment
A study testing haptonomy in people with Infertility, run by Baskent University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
Pregnancies resulting from infertility treatment are considered normal and 'low-risk' in some countries, they often entail significant stress. Prenatal attachment may be experienced differently by parents conceiving through fertility interventions. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 years and olderHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Infertility
- What is being tested?
- haptonomy
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 76 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 15 Sep 2024to 15 Dec 2025
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 years and older
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Pregnancy after infertility treatment
- 28-36 weeks of gestation
- Living with his/her spouse
Who cannot join
- Outside the 28-36th gestational week
- Living separately from his/her spouse
- Having a risky pregnancy
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Pregnancies resulting from infertility treatment are considered normal and 'low-risk' in some countries, they often entail significant stress. Prenatal attachment may be experienced differently by parents conceiving through fertility interventions. The rising prevalence of fertility treatments is associated with increased risks such as preterm birth, low birth weight, and perinatal mortality for pregnancies achieved through infertility treatments. Beyond medical implications, post-infertility treatment pregnancies can induce high levels of anxiety and a perception of pregnancy as risky, affecting individuals psychologically. The transition to parenthood after infertility treatment can be psychologically challenging.
Healthy prenatal attachment in expectant mothers fosters the development of a healthy role as both mother and father. Maternal bonding is closely tied to a woman's mental health during the prenatal period and her commitment to her baby. Similarly, prenatal bonding with the father sheds light on the emotional connection developing between the father and the unborn child. Active participation in prenatal experiences, such as attending ultrasound appointments or discussing parenting plans, contributes to a stronger sense of attachment for fathers and establishes a positive foundation for future bonding. Supportive partner relationships during pregnancy enhance paternal bonding and emphasize the importance of a collaborative approach to prenatal care for both parents. The prenatal period is critical for fathers to establish an early emotional connection with their unborn children, laying a positive groundwork for postnatal bonding.
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Various interventions aim to enhance communication between parents and augment prenatal attachment. One such practice is haptonomy-haptotherapy. Haptotherapy focuses on restoring emotional connections, especially with one's own body. It helps individuals recognize their emotional capacities and allows them to experience these capacities through insightful conversations, therapeutic touch, and skill exercises. In the context of pregnancy, haptonomy involves physical contact between the pregnant woman, her partner, and the unborn baby. Advocates of haptonomy believe that this touch-based communication can strengthen the bond between parents and the baby, promote a sense of security, and positively influence the pregnancy experience.
Haptonomy is thought to contribute positively to the psychological well-being of women during pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period, potentially preventing mental health issues and enhancing the health of both mother and baby. It is emphasized that haptonomy is a distinct practice focused on enhancing communication between parents and the baby. Existing literature suggests that haptonomy can increase emotional bonding during the prenatal period and may be effective for parents showing low attachment. Studies indicate that touch communication develops from the second month, involving vibrations for communicating with the fetus, ultimately increasing bonding through haptonomy. Furthermore, haptonomy is reported to enhance both spousal and parental attachment, as demonstrated in a study emphasizing increased attachment for fathers with their partners and children.
Despite documented benefits of haptonomy in various patient groups, from cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy to pregnant women and those with chronic pain, limited research exists on haptotherapy for pregnant women. This study aims to investigate the impact of partner-administered haptonomy on prenatal attachment and marital adjustment in pregnant women. Conducted through a randomized controlled experimental design, the study seeks to provide evidence by enhancing prenatal attachments in both mothers and fathers.
Research Hypotheses:
H0-1: The application of haptonomy by partners has an effect on maternal attachment in pregnant women.
H1-1: The application of haptonomy by partners does not have an effect on maternal attachment in pregnant women.
H0-2: The application of haptonomy by partners has no effect on paternal attachment in pregnant women.
H1-2: The application of haptonomy by partners has an effect on paternal attachment in pregnant women.
H0-3: The application of haptonomy by partners has no effect on marital adjustment in pregnant women.
H1-3: The application of haptonomy by partners has an effect on marital adjustment in pregnant women.
Read the detailed description
Study Design A randomly clinical trial with pre-session and post-session, was conducted. Participants and blindly and randomly allocated to the intervention group (haptonomy) or the control group, using a random number generator by the researcher.
Participants and procedures The population of the study consists of pregnant women and their partners who are being followed up at the Başkent University Ankara Hospital IVF Center between December 25, 2023, and December 25, 2024, and have become pregnant through infertility treatment, ranging from the 20th to the 28th week of pregnancy. The sample of the study will consist of pregnant women who meet the inclusion criteria and agree to participate in the research. The sample size was calculated by conducting a power analysis using the G*Power program and referring to previous studies. According to the power analysis, with an effect size of 0.70 and a 5% margin of error, a minimum sample size of 68 individuals (34 experimental, 34 control) is required to achieve a power of 0.80. Considering possible data losses, a total of 76 individuals (38 experimental, 38 control) will be included in the study. The randomization of the sample will be determined by entering the total number of cases into the program at the URL address https://www.randomizer.org. Before entering the data into the program, it is assumed that set 1 will represent the control group, and set 2 will represent the intervention group. The program will determine the random order of the cases comprising the sample group through the randomization method. Participants eligible for this study must have successfully achieved pregnancy through infertility treatment. They should currently be in the 20th to 28th week of pregnancy and must be living together with their spouse. Those who fall outside the 20th to 28th week of pregnancy, individuals living separately from their spouse, and those experiencing a high-risk pregnancy will not be included in the study.
Outcome measures Sociodemographic form Sociodemographic form, which was constructed by the researcher based on the literature, included questions about the week of pregnancy, age, education, socioeconomic status, and questions to assess fetal-parent communication.
Marital Adjustment Scale (MAS):
The MAS, developed by Locke and Wallace (1959) and adapted to Turkish by Tutarel-Kışlak (1999), consists of 15 items. Scores on the scale increase from discordance to harmony. The lowest adjustment score is 1, and the highest is 60. The scale assesses happiness levels in marriage, with questions 2 and 9 measuring disagreements between spouses based on specified criteria.
Prenatal Attachment Inventory (PAI):
Developed in 1993 by Muller and Mercer, the PAI aims to understand pregnant women's thoughts and feelings throughout pregnancy and determine their attachment levels to the baby during the prenatal period. The Turkish version's reliability is established by Yılmaz and Beji (2013). The scale consists of items scored on a 1-4 Likert scale.
Antenatal Father Attachment Scale (AFAS):
The AFAS, developed by John Condon (1993), comprises 16 items as a 5-point Likert scale to measure fathers' emotions, thoughts, attitudes, and behaviors related to their unborn babies. The Turkish validity and reliability study is conducted by Benli and Aksoy Derya (2019).
Study Variables:
The study will measure the mean scores of the prenatal attachment scale for pregnant women. Mean scores of the antenatal father attachment scale will be assessed for fathers. The marital adjustment scale will be utilized to determine the mean scores for both mothers and fathers. The independent variable in this study is the application of Haptonomy.
Data Collection procedure:
The study will involve pregnant women and their partners receiving haptonomy in the intervention group and those in the control group continuing routine follow-ups. Comparison of attachment and marital adjustment scores between the intervention and control groups will be conducted. Both groups will undergo the following procedures:
Intervention Group:
Explanation of the purpose of the study and information about Haptonomy will be provided to pregnant women and their partners, obtaining verbal and written consent. Pregnant women in the intervention group will complete the Prenatal Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale, and fathers will complete the Antenatal Father Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale through face-to-face interviews. Information will be given that Haptonomy will consist of five sessions. Haptonomy will be applied by the researcher together with the partner. Each session will last for 40 minutes. The effectiveness and continuity of sessions will be planned between 3 to 7 days. One week after completing the five sessions of haptonomy, pregnant women will again complete the Prenatal Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale, and fathers will complete the Antenatal Father Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale through face-to-face interviews. The completion of the scales will take approximately 10-15 minutes.
Control Group:
Explanation of the purpose of the study will be provided to pregnant women and their partners, obtaining verbal and written consent. Pregnant women in the control group will complete the Prenatal Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale, and fathers will complete the Antenatal Father Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale through face-to-face interviews. The completion of the scales will take approximately 10-15 minutes.
Statistical Analysis:
Data will be analyzed using the licensed IBM SPSS 23 software. Descriptive statistics such as numbers, percentages, means, and standard deviations will be used. Normal distribution will be assessed using the Kolmogorov-Smirnov test. For binary group comparisons, the independent samples t-test or Mann-Whitney U Analysis will be used based on normality. For within-group comparisons, the paired samples t-test or Wilcoxon analysis will be applied for normal and non-normal distributions, respectively. Results will be evaluated at a 95% confidence interval, and significance will be set at p < 0.05.
- Conditions
- Infertility
- Being tested
- haptonomy
- Keywords
- haptonomy, pregnancy, attachment, marital adjustment, infertility
- Medical subject headings
- Infertility
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
haptonomyBehavioural
Pregnant women in the intervention group will complete the Prenatal Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale, and fathers will complete the Antenatal Father Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale through face-to-face interviews. Information will be given that Haptonomy will consist of five sessions. Haptonomy will be applied by the researcher together with the partner. Each session will last for 40 minutes. The effectiveness and continuity of sessions will be planned between 3 to 7 days. One week after completing the five sessions of haptonomy, pregnant women will again complete the Prenatal Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale, and fathers will complete the Antenatal Father Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale through face-to-face interviews. The completion of the scales will take approximately 10-15 minutes.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| haptonomy | Experimental | Pregnant women in the intervention group will complete the Prenatal Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale, and fathers will complete the Antenatal Father Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale through face-to-face interviews. Information will be given that Haptonomy will consist of five sessions. Haptonomy will be applied by the researcher together with the partner. Each session will last for 40 minutes. The effectiveness and continuity of sessions will be planned between 3 to 7 days. One week after completing the five sessions of haptonomy, pregnant women will again complete the Prenatal Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale, and fathers will complete the Antenatal Father Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale through face-to-face interviews. The completion of the scales will take approximately 10-15 minutes. Receives: Behavioral: haptonomy |
| control | No intervention | Explanation of the purpose of the study will be provided to pregnant women and their partners, obtaining verbal and written consent. Pregnant women in the control group will complete the Prenatal Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale, and fathers will complete the Antenatal Father Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale through face-to-face interviews. The completion of the scales will take approximately 10-15 minutes. |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Marital adjustment score
Marital Adjustment Scale will be used to assess this outcome measure. Scores in the scale increase from incompatibility to compatibility. The lowest compliance score is 1 and the highest score is 60.
Measured: pre-intervention, two weeks after the intervention, four weeks after the intervention
Prenatal attachment score
Prenatal Attachment Inventory will be used to assess this outcome measure. A minimum of 21 and a maximum of 84 points can be obtained from the scale. As the scale score increases, attachment level increases.
Measured: pre-intervention, two weeks after the intervention, four weeks after the intervention
Father attachment score
Antenatal Father Attachment Scale will be used to assess this outcome measure. A minimum of 16 and a maximum of 80 points are obtained from the scale. As the scale score increases, attachment level increases.
Measured: pre-intervention, two weeks after the intervention, four weeks after the intervention
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted23 Feb 2024
- Study start15 Sep 2024
- Primary completion15 Oct 2025 (estimated)
- Study completion15 Dec 2025 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for InfertilityStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Supportive care
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Double blind
- Who is masked
- Participant, Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 76 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Baskent University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
- Investigators
- İlçim Ercan Koyuncu, Study director, Baskent UniversityCansu Akdağ Topal, Study director, Baskent University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06274138
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- HAPTONOMY
- Status last verified
- Jul 2024
- First submitted
- 7 Feb 2024
- Last updated
- 1 Nov 2024
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 1 Nov 2024. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Enchanting Symphony of Haptonomy's Impact on Attachment and Spousal Harmony for Women Conceiving Through Infertility Treatment
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06274138
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- HAPTONOMY
- Conditions
- Infertility
- Keywords
- haptonomy, pregnancy, attachment, marital adjustment, infertility
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Unknown status
- Enrolment
- 76 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Baskent UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 15 Sep 2024 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 15 Oct 2025 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 15 Dec 2025 (estimated)
- First posted
- 23 Feb 2024 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
Pregnancies resulting from infertility treatment are considered normal and 'low-risk' in some countries, they often entail significant stress. Prenatal attachment may be experienced differently by parents conceiving through fertility interventions. The rising prevalence of fertility treatments is associated with increased risks such as preterm birth, low birth weight, and perinatal mortality for pregnancies achieved through infertility treatments. Beyond medical implications, post-infertility treatment pregnancies can induce high levels of anxiety and a perception of pregnancy as risky, affecting individuals psychologically. The transition to parenthood after infertility treatment can be psychologically challenging.
Healthy prenatal attachment in expectant mothers fosters the development of a healthy role as both mother and father. Maternal bonding is closely tied to a woman's mental health during the prenatal period and her commitment to her baby. Similarly, prenatal bonding with the father sheds light on the emotional connection developing between the father and the unborn child. Active participation in prenatal experiences, such as attending ultrasound appointments or discussing parenting plans, contributes to a stronger sense of attachment for fathers and establishes a positive foundation for future bonding. Supportive partner relationships during pregnancy enhance paternal bonding and emphasize the importance of a collaborative approach to prenatal care for both parents. The prenatal period is critical for fathers to establish an early emotional connection with their unborn children, laying a positive groundwork for postnatal bonding.
Various interventions aim to enhance communication between parents and augment prenatal attachment. One such practice is haptonomy-haptotherapy. Haptotherapy focuses on restoring emotional connections, especially with one's own body. It helps individuals recognize their emotional capacities and allows them to experience these capacities through insightful conversations, therapeutic touch, and skill exercises. In the context of pregnancy, haptonomy involves physical contact between the pregnant woman, her partner, and the unborn baby. Advocates of haptonomy believe that this touch-based communication can strengthen the bond between parents and the baby, promote a sense of security, and positively influence the pregnancy experience.
Haptonomy is thought to contribute positively to the psychological well-being of women during pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period, potentially preventing mental health issues and enhancing the health of both mother and baby. It is emphasized that haptonomy is a distinct practice focused on enhancing communication between parents and the baby. Existing literature suggests that haptonomy can increase emotional bonding during the prenatal period and may be effective for parents showing low attachment. Studies indicate that touch communication develops from the second month, involving vibrations for communicating with the fetus, ultimately increasing bonding through haptonomy. Furthermore, haptonomy is reported to enhance both spousal and parental attachment, as demonstrated in a study emphasizing increased attachment for fathers with their partners and children.
Despite documented benefits of haptonomy in various patient groups, from cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy to pregnant women and those with chronic pain, limited research exists on haptotherapy for pregnant women. This study aims to investigate the impact of partner-administered haptonomy on prenatal attachment and marital adjustment in pregnant women. Conducted through a randomized controlled experimental design, the study seeks to provide evidence by enhancing prenatal attachments in both mothers and fathers.
Research Hypotheses:
H0-1: The application of haptonomy by partners has an effect on maternal attachment in pregnant women.
H1-1: The application of haptonomy by partners does not have an effect on maternal attachment in pregnant women.
H0-2: The application of haptonomy by partners has no effect on paternal attachment in pregnant women.
H1-2: The application of haptonomy by partners has an effect on paternal attachment in pregnant women.
H0-3: The application of haptonomy by partners has no effect on marital adjustment in pregnant women.
H1-3: The application of haptonomy by partners has an effect on marital adjustment in pregnant women.
Detailed description
Study Design A randomly clinical trial with pre-session and post-session, was conducted. Participants and blindly and randomly allocated to the intervention group (haptonomy) or the control group, using a random number generator by the researcher.
Participants and procedures The population of the study consists of pregnant women and their partners who are being followed up at the Başkent University Ankara Hospital IVF Center between December 25, 2023, and December 25, 2024, and have become pregnant through infertility treatment, ranging from the 20th to the 28th week of pregnancy. The sample of the study will consist of pregnant women who meet the inclusion criteria and agree to participate in the research. The sample size was calculated by conducting a power analysis using the G*Power program and referring to previous studies. According to the power analysis, with an effect size of 0.70 and a 5% margin of error, a minimum sample size of 68 individuals (34 experimental, 34 control) is required to achieve a power of 0.80. Considering possible data losses, a total of 76 individuals (38 experimental, 38 control) will be included in the study. The randomization of the sample will be determined by entering the total number of cases into the program at the URL address https://www.randomizer.org. Before entering the data into the program, it is assumed that set 1 will represent the control group, and set 2 will represent the intervention group. The program will determine the random order of the cases comprising the sample group through the randomization method. Participants eligible for this study must have successfully achieved pregnancy through infertility treatment. They should currently be in the 20th to 28th week of pregnancy and must be living together with their spouse. Those who fall outside the 20th to 28th week of pregnancy, individuals living separately from their spouse, and those experiencing a high-risk pregnancy will not be included in the study.
Outcome measures Sociodemographic form Sociodemographic form, which was constructed by the researcher based on the literature, included questions about the week of pregnancy, age, education, socioeconomic status, and questions to assess fetal-parent communication.
Marital Adjustment Scale (MAS):
The MAS, developed by Locke and Wallace (1959) and adapted to Turkish by Tutarel-Kışlak (1999), consists of 15 items. Scores on the scale increase from discordance to harmony. The lowest adjustment score is 1, and the highest is 60. The scale assesses happiness levels in marriage, with questions 2 and 9 measuring disagreements between spouses based on specified criteria.
Prenatal Attachment Inventory (PAI):
Developed in 1993 by Muller and Mercer, the PAI aims to understand pregnant women's thoughts and feelings throughout pregnancy and determine their attachment levels to the baby during the prenatal period. The Turkish version's reliability is established by Yılmaz and Beji (2013). The scale consists of items scored on a 1-4 Likert scale.
Antenatal Father Attachment Scale (AFAS):
The AFAS, developed by John Condon (1993), comprises 16 items as a 5-point Likert scale to measure fathers' emotions, thoughts, attitudes, and behaviors related to their unborn babies. The Turkish validity and reliability study is conducted by Benli and Aksoy Derya (2019).
Study Variables:
The study will measure the mean scores of the prenatal attachment scale for pregnant women. Mean scores of the antenatal father attachment scale will be assessed for fathers. The marital adjustment scale will be utilized to determine the mean scores for both mothers and fathers. The independent variable in this study is the application of Haptonomy.
Data Collection procedure:
The study will involve pregnant women and their partners receiving haptonomy in the intervention group and those in the control group continuing routine follow-ups. Comparison of attachment and marital adjustment scores between the intervention and control groups will be conducted. Both groups will undergo the following procedures:
Intervention Group:
Explanation of the purpose of the study and information about Haptonomy will be provided to pregnant women and their partners, obtaining verbal and written consent. Pregnant women in the intervention group will complete the Prenatal Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale, and fathers will complete the Antenatal Father Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale through face-to-face interviews. Information will be given that Haptonomy will consist of five sessions. Haptonomy will be applied by the researcher together with the partner. Each session will last for 40 minutes. The effectiveness and continuity of sessions will be planned between 3 to 7 days. One week after completing the five sessions of haptonomy, pregnant women will again complete the Prenatal Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale, and fathers will complete the Antenatal Father Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale through face-to-face interviews. The completion of the scales will take approximately 10-15 minutes.
Control Group:
Explanation of the purpose of the study will be provided to pregnant women and their partners, obtaining verbal and written consent. Pregnant women in the control group will complete the Prenatal Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale, and fathers will complete the Antenatal Father Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale through face-to-face interviews. The completion of the scales will take approximately 10-15 minutes.
Statistical Analysis:
Data will be analyzed using the licensed IBM SPSS 23 software. Descriptive statistics such as numbers, percentages, means, and standard deviations will be used. Normal distribution will be assessed using the Kolmogorov-Smirnov test. For binary group comparisons, the independent samples t-test or Mann-Whitney U Analysis will be used based on normality. For within-group comparisons, the paired samples t-test or Wilcoxon analysis will be applied for normal and non-normal distributions, respectively. Results will be evaluated at a 95% confidence interval, and significance will be set at p < 0.05.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Supportive care
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Double blind (participant, outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| haptonomy | Experimental | Behavioral: haptonomyPregnant women in the intervention group will complete the Prenatal Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale, and fathers will complete the Antenatal Father Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale through face-to-face interviews. Information will be given that Haptonomy will consist of five sessions. Haptonomy will be applied by the researcher together with the partner. Each session will last for 40 minutes. The effectiveness and continuity of sessions will be planned between 3 to 7 days. One week after completing the five sessions of haptonomy, pregnant women will again complete the Prenatal Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale, and fathers will complete the Antenatal Father Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale through face-to-face interviews. The completion of the scales will take approximately 10-15 minutes. |
| control | No intervention | –Explanation of the purpose of the study will be provided to pregnant women and their partners, obtaining verbal and written consent. Pregnant women in the control group will complete the Prenatal Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale, and fathers will complete the Antenatal Father Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale through face-to-face interviews. The completion of the scales will take approximately 10-15 minutes. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 years and older
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Pregnancy after infertility treatment
- 28-36 weeks of gestation
- Living with his/her spouse
Key exclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Outside the 28-36th gestational week
- Living separately from his/her spouse
- Having a risky pregnancy
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| haptonomyPregnant women in the intervention group will complete the Prenatal Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale, and fathers will complete the Antenatal Father Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale through face-to-face interviews. Information will be given that Haptonomy will consist of five sessions. Haptonomy will be applied by the researcher together with the partner. Each session will last for 40 minutes. The effectiveness and continuity of sessions will be planned between 3 to 7 days. One week after completing the five sessions of haptonomy, pregnant women will again complete the Prenatal Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale, and fathers will complete the Antenatal Father Attachment Scale and Marital Adjustment Scale through face-to-face interviews. The completion of the scales will take approximately 10-15 minutes. | Behavioural | haptonomy |
Primary outcome
Marital adjustment score
Time frame: pre-intervention, two weeks after the intervention, four weeks after the intervention
Marital Adjustment Scale will be used to assess this outcome measure. Scores in the scale increase from incompatibility to compatibility. The lowest compliance score is 1 and the highest score is 60.
Prenatal attachment score
Time frame: pre-intervention, two weeks after the intervention, four weeks after the intervention
Prenatal Attachment Inventory will be used to assess this outcome measure. A minimum of 21 and a maximum of 84 points can be obtained from the scale. As the scale score increases, attachment level increases.
Father attachment score
Time frame: pre-intervention, two weeks after the intervention, four weeks after the intervention
Antenatal Father Attachment Scale will be used to assess this outcome measure. A minimum of 16 and a maximum of 80 points are obtained from the scale. As the scale score increases, attachment level increases.
Results and safety
Results are not available in the source record.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 1 Nov 2024.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
İlçim Ercan Koyuncu study director
Baskent University
Cansu Akdağ Topal study director
Baskent University
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing haptonomy in people with Infertility, run by Baskent University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 3 inclusion and 3 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: status not confirmed, as of the sponsor's last update on 1 Nov 2024. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
Results are not available in the source record.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Marital adjustment score (time frame: pre-intervention, two weeks after the intervention, four weeks after the intervention). The study lists 3 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 1 Nov 2024.