Dysmenorrhea. Primary dysmenorrhea
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention 1: Intervention Group 1: MindfulnessThis group will undergo an 8-session mindfulness protocol as outlined below: Session 1: Introduction of participants and a brief overview of the 8 sess
Sponsors
Yasouj University of Medical Sciences
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
Female
Age
18 Years to 40 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Ability to communicate and respond to the Antonovsky’s the 13-item Sense of Coherence scale and Visual Analogue Scale Age between 18 and 40 years Willingness to participate in the study and signing the informed consent form Definitive diagnosis of Dysmenorrhea by the relevant specialist physician Scoring 52 or above on the Antonovsky’s the 13-item Sense of Coherence scale No prior training or participation in studies similar to the current research within the past 6 months
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Lack of willingness to participate in the study Presence of severe psychological disorders (such as major depression or severe anxiety) requiring specialized treatment Physical or mental disabilities—individuals who, due to their condition, are unable to perform relaxation or mindfulness exercises Use of sleeping pills, anti-anxiety, or antidepressant medications The need for immediate medical treatment Experiencing chronic pain or similar symptoms, such as lower abdominal pain or pain resulting from menstrual issues
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The Sense of Coherence score is derived from the Antonovsky’s the 13-item Sense of Coherence scale. Timepoint: On the first day of menstruation and on the first day of menstruation in the month following the completion of the interventions. Method of measurement: Antonovsky’s the 13-item Sense of Coherence scale.;Pain score based on Visual Analogue Scale. Timepoint: On the first day of menstruation and on the first day of menstruation in the month following the completion of the interventions. Method of measurement: Visual Analogue Scale. | — |
Countries
Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Contacts
Public ContactMohammadSajjad Mousavi
Ahvaz University of Medical Sciences
Outcome results
None listed