Premenstrual SyndromeNCT07785622
The Effect of Mandala Coloring, Sleep Quality, Anxiety With Premenstrual Syndrome
A study testing Mandala coloring group in people with Premenstrual Syndrome, run by Kırklareli University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common condition among women of reproductive age and is characterized by a range of physical, psychological, and behavioral symptoms that may negatively affect daily functioning, social relationships, academic and occupational life, and psychological well-being. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 25 years, women onlyHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Premenstrual Syndrome
- What is being tested?
- Mandala coloring group
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 80 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 1 Nov 2026to 30 Jun 2027
- Phase
- Interventional
- 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 18 to 25 years
- Women only
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- Female students aged 18 and older
- Scoring 45 or higher on the Premenstrual Syndrome Scale
- Scoring 36 or higher on the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI)
- Scoring 5 or higher on the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI)
- Having a regular menstrual cycle (21-35 days)
- Volunteering to participate in the study
- Fully completing the survey and scale forms
Who cannot join
- Not wishing to continue participating in the study
- Having any condition that hinders communication (such as impairments in hearing, speech, or comprehension)
- Having a gynecological condition (e.g., abnormal uterine bleeding, uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, undergoing hormonal therapy)
- Having a chronic or physical illness
- Having a psychological disorder
- Undergoing psychiatric treatment (pharmacotherapy or psychotherapy)
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- Using pharmacological or non-pharmacological methods to alleviate premenstrual symptoms (e.g., oral contraceptives, acupressure, homeopathy, yoga)
- Having a sleep-related issue and receiving treatment for it
- Individuals who exercise regularly
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
About this study
Official title: The Effect of Mandala Coloring on Sleep Quality and Anxiety Levels in Students With Premenstrual Syndrome
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common condition among women of reproductive age and is characterized by a range of physical, psychological, and behavioral symptoms that may negatively affect daily functioning, social relationships, academic and occupational life, and psychological well-being. Anxiety and sleep disturbances are among the commonly reported problems associated with PMS. Mandala coloring, as an accessible and easy-to-use art-based activity that does not require specific skills, may promote psychological relaxation, reduce anxiety, and improve sleep quality. However, the effects of mandala coloring on sleep quality and anxiety among women experiencing PMS have not been directly investigated. Therefore, this clinical trial aims to evaluate the effect of a mandala coloring intervention on sleep quality and anxiety levels in women with PMS. The findings may provide evidence for the use of mandala coloring as a simple, accessible, and non-pharmacological approach to support the management of PMS-related symptoms.
Read the detailed description
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common condition among women of reproductive age, characterized by physical, psychological, and behavioral symptoms that may negatively affect quality of life, social and occupational functioning, sleep, and psychological well-being. Previous studies have demonstrated that PMS is associated with reduced sleep quality and increased anxiety. Non-pharmacological approaches, including art-based interventions, have recently gained attention as supportive strategies for managing PMS-related symptoms. Mandala coloring is a simple, accessible, and low-cost activity that does not require specific artistic skills and has been associated with reduced anxiety, stress, and psychological distress in previous studies.
Although previous research has examined the relationship between PMS, sleep quality, and anxiety, and other studies have investigated the potential benefits of art-based interventions, there is limited evidence regarding the direct effects of mandala coloring on sleep quality and anxiety among women with PMS. Therefore, this clinical trial aims to evaluate the effect of a structured mandala coloring intervention on sleep quality and anxiety levels in women experiencing PMS. The findings may provide evidence for a simple, accessible, and non-pharmacological approach that could support the management of PMS and contribute to women's health care.
- Conditions
- Premenstrual Syndrome
- Being tested
- Mandala coloring group
- Keywords
- Mandala coloring, Anxiety, Sleep Disorder
- Medical subject headings
- Premenstrual Syndrome, Anxiety Disorders, Sleep Wake Disorders
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Mandala coloring groupOther
A mandala coloring intervention will be administered to individuals with PMS to evaluate its effects on anxiety reduction and sleep quality improvement.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Mandala coloring group | Experimental | Participants in the intervention group will perform mandala coloring twice weekly for 20-30 minutes per session during the luteal phase of each menstrual cycle for three consecutive menstrual cycles. The intervention will begin approximately 14 days before the expected onset of menstruation and will be performed at a time of day chosen by the participant. Mandala templates and colored pencils will be provided by the researcher.
Participants will send a brief message to the researcher before each session and share a photograph of the completed mandala afterward. Reminder messages will be sent twice weekly to support adherence. All of the three-cycle intervention period, participants will complete the Premenstrual Syndrome Scale (PMSS), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) through an online questionnaire, requiring approximately 30-40 minutes. Receives: Other: Mandala coloring group |
| Control group | No intervention | Participants in the control group will not receive any mandala coloring intervention and will be asked to maintain their usual routines without initiating any pharmacological or non-pharmacological intervention aimed at reducing PMS symptoms. Their use of any PMS-related interventions will be monitored twice weekly by telephone throughout the three menstrual cycles. Participants in either group who initiate a pharmacological or non-pharmacological intervention for PMS symptoms during the study will be excluded. All of the of the three-cycle study period, participants will complete the Premenstrual Syndrome Scale (PMSS), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) through an online questionnaire, requiring approximately 30-40 minutes. After completion of the study, participants will be informed about the mandala coloring intervention and those interested will be offered the opportunity to participate individually. |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Social demographic form
This form includes questions regarding women's sociodemographic characteristics, menstrual cycles, the presence of chronic diseases, menstrual symptoms, gynecological conditions, whether they have received prior education about menstruation, and whether they use pharmacological or non-pharmacological methods to alleviate premenstrual syndrome.
Measured: between 2 to 4 weeks
Premenstrual Syndrome Scale
Premenstrual Syndrome Scale (PMSS) is a 44-item, five-point Likert scale used to assess the severity of physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms experienced before menstruation. Total scores range from 44 to 220, with higher scores indicating greater PMS symptom severity. A score above 50% of the maximum possible score (≥110) is considered indicative of PMS.
Measured: between 2 to 12 weeks
State-Trait Scale (STAI-1, STAI-2)
State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) is used to assess individuals' state anxiety (temporary anxiety) and trait anxiety (general tendency toward anxiety). It consists of two 20-item subscales, each scored on a four-point Likert scale. Total scores for each subscale range from 20 to 80, with higher scores indicating higher anxiety levels.
Measured: between 2 to 12 weeks
Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI)
Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) is a self-report instrument used to assess sleep quality and sleep disturbances over the previous month. It consists of 19 items covering seven components of sleep quality. Each component is scored from 0 to 3, with a total score ranging from 0 to 21. Higher scores indicate poorer sleep quality, and a total score of ≥5 indicates poor sleep quality.
Measured: between 2 to 12 weeks
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted25 Aug 2026
- Study start1 Nov 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completion15 Jun 2027 (estimated)
- Study completion30 Jun 2027 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Premenstrual SyndromeStudies 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
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Participant
- Enrolment
- 80 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Kırklareli University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Ayca Solt Kirca, Kırklareli University
- Investigators
- AYCA KIRCA, Phd, Study chair, Kırklareli University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07785622
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- KırklareliAS-16
- Status last verified
- Aug 2026
- First submitted
- 21 Aug 2026
- Last updated
- 25 Aug 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 25 Aug 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Effect of Mandala Coloring on Sleep Quality and Anxiety Levels in Students With Premenstrual Syndrome
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07785622
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- KırklareliAS-16
- Conditions
- Premenstrual Syndrome
- Keywords
- Mandala coloring, Anxiety, Sleep Disorder
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Not yet recruiting
- Enrolment
- 80 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Kırklareli UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Nov 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completion
- 15 Jun 2027 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 30 Jun 2027 (estimated)
- First posted
- 25 Aug 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.
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common condition among women of reproductive age and is characterized by a range of physical, psychological, and behavioral symptoms that may negatively affect daily functioning, social relationships, academic and occupational life, and psychological well-being. Anxiety and sleep disturbances are among the commonly reported problems associated with PMS. Mandala coloring, as an accessible and easy-to-use art-based activity that does not require specific skills, may promote psychological relaxation, reduce anxiety, and improve sleep quality. However, the effects of mandala coloring on sleep quality and anxiety among women experiencing PMS have not been directly investigated. Therefore, this clinical trial aims to evaluate the effect of a mandala coloring intervention on sleep quality and anxiety levels in women with PMS. The findings may provide evidence for the use of mandala coloring as a simple, accessible, and non-pharmacological approach to support the management of PMS-related symptoms.
Detailed description
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common condition among women of reproductive age, characterized by physical, psychological, and behavioral symptoms that may negatively affect quality of life, social and occupational functioning, sleep, and psychological well-being. Previous studies have demonstrated that PMS is associated with reduced sleep quality and increased anxiety. Non-pharmacological approaches, including art-based interventions, have recently gained attention as supportive strategies for managing PMS-related symptoms. Mandala coloring is a simple, accessible, and low-cost activity that does not require specific artistic skills and has been associated with reduced anxiety, stress, and psychological distress in previous studies.
Although previous research has examined the relationship between PMS, sleep quality, and anxiety, and other studies have investigated the potential benefits of art-based interventions, there is limited evidence regarding the direct effects of mandala coloring on sleep quality and anxiety among women with PMS. Therefore, this clinical trial aims to evaluate the effect of a structured mandala coloring intervention on sleep quality and anxiety levels in women experiencing PMS. The findings may provide evidence for a simple, accessible, and non-pharmacological approach that could support the management of PMS and contribute to women's health care.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Supportive care
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (participant)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Mandala coloring group | Experimental | Other: Mandala coloring groupParticipants in the intervention group will perform mandala coloring twice weekly for 20-30 minutes per session during the luteal phase of each menstrual cycle for three consecutive menstrual cycles. The intervention will begin approximately 14 days before the expected onset of menstruation and will be performed at a time of day chosen by the participant. Mandala templates and colored pencils will be provided by the researcher. Participants will send a brief message to the researcher before each session and share a photograph of the completed mandala afterward. Reminder messages will be sent twice weekly to support adherence. All of the three-cycle intervention period, participants will complete the Premenstrual Syndrome Scale (PMSS), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) through an online questionnaire, requiring approximately 30-40 minutes. |
| Control group | No intervention | –Participants in the control group will not receive any mandala coloring intervention and will be asked to maintain their usual routines without initiating any pharmacological or non-pharmacological intervention aimed at reducing PMS symptoms. Their use of any PMS-related interventions will be monitored twice weekly by telephone throughout the three menstrual cycles. Participants in either group who initiate a pharmacological or non-pharmacological intervention for PMS symptoms during the study will be excluded. All of the of the three-cycle study period, participants will complete the Premenstrual Syndrome Scale (PMSS), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) through an online questionnaire, requiring approximately 30-40 minutes. After completion of the study, participants will be informed about the mandala coloring intervention and those interested will be offered the opportunity to participate individually. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 25 years
- Sex
- Female only
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (7 listed)
- Female students aged 18 and older
- Scoring 45 or higher on the Premenstrual Syndrome Scale
- Scoring 36 or higher on the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI)
- Scoring 5 or higher on the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI)
- Having a regular menstrual cycle (21-35 days)
Key exclusion criteria (9 listed)
- Not wishing to continue participating in the study
- Having any condition that hinders communication (such as impairments in hearing, speech, or comprehension)
- Having a gynecological condition (e.g., abnormal uterine bleeding, uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, undergoing hormonal therapy)
- Having a chronic or physical illness
- Having a psychological disorder
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mandala coloring groupA mandala coloring intervention will be administered to individuals with PMS to evaluate its effects on anxiety reduction and sleep quality improvement. | Other | Mandala coloring group |
Primary outcome
Social demographic form
Time frame: between 2 to 4 weeks
This form includes questions regarding women's sociodemographic characteristics, menstrual cycles, the presence of chronic diseases, menstrual symptoms, gynecological conditions, whether they have received prior education about menstruation, and whether they use pharmacological or non-pharmacological methods to alleviate premenstrual syndrome.
Premenstrual Syndrome Scale
Time frame: between 2 to 12 weeks
Premenstrual Syndrome Scale (PMSS) is a 44-item, five-point Likert scale used to assess the severity of physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms experienced before menstruation. Total scores range from 44 to 220, with higher scores indicating greater PMS symptom severity. A score above 50% of the maximum possible score (≥110) is considered indicative of PMS.
State-Trait Scale (STAI-1, STAI-2)
Time frame: between 2 to 12 weeks
State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) is used to assess individuals' state anxiety (temporary anxiety) and trait anxiety (general tendency toward anxiety). It consists of two 20-item subscales, each scored on a four-point Likert scale. Total scores for each subscale range from 20 to 80, with higher scores indicating higher anxiety levels.
Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI)
Time frame: between 2 to 12 weeks
Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) is a self-report instrument used to assess sleep quality and sleep disturbances over the previous month. It consists of 19 items covering seven components of sleep quality. Each component is scored from 0 to 3, with a total score ranging from 0 to 21. Higher scores indicate poorer sleep quality, and a total score of ≥5 indicates poor sleep quality.
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 25 Aug 2026.
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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.
AYCA KIRCA, Phd study chair
Kırklareli 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 Mandala coloring group in people with Premenstrual Syndrome, run by Kırklareli 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 7 inclusion and 9 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 25 Aug 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 AYCA KIRCA, Phd (05392684185, aycasolt@hotmail.com), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Social demographic form (time frame: between 2 to 4 weeks). The study lists 4 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 25 Aug 2026.