Older Adults (65 Years and Older)NCT07370090
Self-Compassion, Self-Efficacy, and Health Outcomes in Older Adults
An observational study of Older Adults (65 Years and Older) and Health Behavior, run by Acibadem University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
This cross-sectional observational study aims to examine the relationship between self-compassion, self-efficacy, postural awareness, pain, quality of life, and health-promoting lifestyle behaviors in adults aged 65 years and older. Data will be collected using validated self-report questionnaires administered online. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 65 years and olderHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Older Adults (65 Years and Older), Health Behavior, Self-Compassion
- What is being tested?
- Questionnaire Assessment
- How many people
- 150 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 15 Jan 2026to 1 Mar 2026
- Phase
- Observational
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
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 65 years and older
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Older adult
Study population: Older adults aged 65 years and above who are able to complete online self-report questionnaires independently.
Who may be able to join
- Aged 65 years and older
- Able to read and understand Turkish
- Able to complete online questionnaires independently
- Provided informed consent
Who cannot join
- Diagnosis of severe cognitive impairment (e.g., dementia or Alzheimer's disease)
- Severe psychiatric disorders (e.g., schizophrenia or bipolar disorder)
- Inability to complete questionnaires independently
- Incomplete or inconsistent questionnaire responses
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site
Acıbadem University Kerem Aydınlar Campus
Ataşehir, Istanbul, 34752
Nuray ALACA, Assoc. Prof, +90216 500 44 44 ext. 4181, nuray.alaca@acibadem.edu.tr
About this study
Official title: The Effect of Self-Compassion and Self-Efficacy on Postural Awareness, Pain, and Health-Promoting Lifestyle Behaviors in Older Adults
This cross-sectional observational study aims to examine the relationship between self-compassion, self-efficacy, postural awareness, pain, quality of life, and health-promoting lifestyle behaviors in adults aged 65 years and older. Data will be collected using validated self-report questionnaires administered online. The findings are expected to contribute to a better understanding of psychological factors associated with physical and behavioral health outcomes in older adults.
Read the detailed description
Aging is associated with increased physical challenges, chronic pain, postural changes, and psychological stress. Psychological resources such as self-compassion and self-efficacy may play a protective role in maintaining both mental and physical health in older adults.
This cross-sectional observational study will recruit older adults aged 65 years and above. Participants will complete validated questionnaires assessing self-compassion, self-efficacy, postural awareness, pain, health-promoting lifestyle behaviors, and quality of life. Statistical analyses will include correlation and regression models to examine associations and predictors of pain and health-related behaviors.
- Being tested
- Questionnaire Assessment
- Keywords
- Self-compassion, Self-efficacy, Older adults, Postural awareness, Health-promoting lifestyle, Pain
- Medical subject headings
- Health Behavior, Pain
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Questionnaire AssessmentOther
Participants complete validated self-report questionnaires to assess self-compassion, self-efficacy, postural awareness, pain, quality of life, and health-promoting lifestyle behaviors. No therapeutic or behavioral intervention is applied.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Older Adults | Adults aged 65 years and older who complete self-report questionnaires assessing self-compassion, self-efficacy, postural awareness, pain, quality of life, and health-promoting lifestyle behaviors. Receives: Other: Questionnaire Assessment |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Self-compassion level
Self-compassion will be assessed using the Self-Compassion Scale, a validated self-report questionnaire that evaluates individuals' compassionate attitude toward themselves across multiple dimensions.
Measured: At baseline
Self-efficacy level
Self-efficacy will be assessed using the The Self-Efficacy Scale, which measures an individual's belief in their ability to cope with a variety of challenging demands in life.
Measured: At baseline
Secondary outcomes (4)
Postural awareness
Postural awareness will be evaluated using the Postural Awareness Scale, a self-report instrument assessing awareness of body posture and posture-related attentional regulation.
Measured: At baseline
Pain severity
Pain severity will be assessed using the Geriatric Pain Measure, a multidimensional questionnaire designed to evaluate pain intensity and pain-related functional impact in older adults.
Measured: At baseline
Health-promoting lifestyle behaviors
Health-promoting lifestyle behaviors will be assessed using the Health-Promoting Lifestyle Profile, which evaluates behaviors related to physical activity, nutrition, stress management, health responsibility, interpersonal relations, and self-actualization.
Measured: At baseline
Quality of life score
Quality of life will be assessed using the WHOQOL-BREF questionnaire, which evaluates physical, psychological, social, and environmental domains of quality of life.
Measured: At baseline
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted27 Jan 2026
- Study start15 Jan 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completion15 Feb 2026 (estimated)
- Study completion1 Mar 2026 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Older Adults (65 Years and Older)Studies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Acibadem UniversityThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- 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
- Observational
- Observational model
- Cohort
- Time perspective
- Cross-sectional
- Enrolment
- 150 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Acibadem University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07370090
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- ACU-FTR-AOA3
- Status last verified
- Jan 2026
- First submitted
- 19 Jan 2026
- Last updated
- 27 Jan 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Undecided
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 27 Jan 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Effect of Self-Compassion and Self-Efficacy on Postural Awareness, Pain, and Health-Promoting Lifestyle Behaviors in Older Adults
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07370090
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- ACU-FTR-AOA3
- Keywords
- Self-compassion, Self-efficacy, Older adults, Postural awareness, Health-promoting lifestyle, Pain
- Study type
- Observational
- Recruitment status
- Not yet recruiting
- Enrolment
- 150 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Acibadem UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 15 Jan 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completion
- 15 Feb 2026 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 1 Mar 2026 (estimated)
- First posted
- 27 Jan 2026 (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.
This cross-sectional observational study aims to examine the relationship between self-compassion, self-efficacy, postural awareness, pain, quality of life, and health-promoting lifestyle behaviors in adults aged 65 years and older. Data will be collected using validated self-report questionnaires administered online. The findings are expected to contribute to a better understanding of psychological factors associated with physical and behavioral health outcomes in older adults.
Detailed description
Aging is associated with increased physical challenges, chronic pain, postural changes, and psychological stress. Psychological resources such as self-compassion and self-efficacy may play a protective role in maintaining both mental and physical health in older adults.
This cross-sectional observational study will recruit older adults aged 65 years and above. Participants will complete validated questionnaires assessing self-compassion, self-efficacy, postural awareness, pain, health-promoting lifestyle behaviors, and quality of life. Statistical analyses will include correlation and regression models to examine associations and predictors of pain and health-related behaviors.
Study design
- Observational model
- Cohort
- Time perspective
- Cross-sectional
- Number of arms
- 1
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Older Adults | – | Other: Questionnaire AssessmentAdults aged 65 years and older who complete self-report questionnaires assessing self-compassion, self-efficacy, postural awareness, pain, quality of life, and health-promoting lifestyle behaviors. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 65 years and older
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Older adult
- Study population
- Older adults aged 65 years and above who are able to complete online self-report questionnaires independently.
Key inclusion criteria (4 listed)
- Aged 65 years and older
- Able to read and understand Turkish
- Able to complete online questionnaires independently
- Provided informed consent
Key exclusion criteria (4 listed)
- Diagnosis of severe cognitive impairment (e.g., dementia or Alzheimer's disease)
- Severe psychiatric disorders (e.g., schizophrenia or bipolar disorder)
- Inability to complete questionnaires independently
- Incomplete or inconsistent questionnaire responses
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Questionnaire AssessmentParticipants complete validated self-report questionnaires to assess self-compassion, self-efficacy, postural awareness, pain, quality of life, and health-promoting lifestyle behaviors. No therapeutic or behavioral intervention is applied. | Other | Older Adults |
Primary outcome
Self-compassion level
Time frame: At baseline
Self-compassion will be assessed using the Self-Compassion Scale, a validated self-report questionnaire that evaluates individuals' compassionate attitude toward themselves across multiple dimensions.
Self-efficacy level
Time frame: At baseline
Self-efficacy will be assessed using the The Self-Efficacy Scale, which measures an individual's belief in their ability to cope with a variety of challenging demands in life.
4 secondary outcomes
Postural awareness
Time frame: At baseline
Pain severity
Time frame: At baseline
Health-promoting lifestyle behaviors
Time frame: At baseline
Quality of life score
Time frame: At baseline
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 27 Jan 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Undecided
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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.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
An observational study of Older Adults (65 Years and Older) and Health Behavior, run by Acibadem 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 4 inclusion and 4 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: opening soon, as of the sponsor's last update on 27 Jan 2026. 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?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact Nuray Alaca, Assoc. Prof (+90 216 500 44 44 ext. 4181, nuray.alaca@acibadem.edu.tr), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Self-compassion level (time frame: At baseline). The study lists 2 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 27 Jan 2026.