Clinical Trial Details
— Status: Recruiting
Administrative data
| NCT number |
NCT06437366 |
| Other study ID # |
100.a |
| Secondary ID |
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| Status |
Recruiting |
| Phase |
N/A
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| First received |
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| Last updated |
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| Start date |
July 1, 2024 |
| Est. completion date |
August 1, 2024 |
Study information
| Verified date |
May 2024 |
| Source |
Alexandria University |
| Contact |
n/a |
| Is FDA regulated |
No |
| Health authority |
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| Study type |
Interventional
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Clinical Trial Summary
Substance use disorders (SUDs) pose significant challenges to individuals' psychological
well-being, resilience, and emotional adjustment. These disorders often lead to detrimental
effects on physical health, mental health, and overall quality of life, creating a critical
need for effective interventions that can support recovery and enhance emotional resilience.
One promising approach is the implementation of nurse-led HeartMath training programs. These
programs utilize evidence-based techniques to improve emotional regulation, increase
resilience, and foster a sense of coherence, which is the ability to perceive life as
comprehensible, manageable, and meaningful.
Description:
The HeartMath training program, developed by the HeartMath Institute, focuses on teaching
individuals self-regulation skills that promote heart-brain coherence. This state of
coherence has been associated with improved cognitive function, emotional stability, and
physical health. By integrating this training into the care of patients with SUDs, nurses can
play a pivotal role in addressing the complex emotional and psychological needs of this
population.
Brief About the Training Program
The nurse-led HeartMath training program consists of several key components designed to
enhance resilience, sense of coherence, and emotional adjustment:
Heart-Focused Breathing Techniques: Patients are taught specific breathing techniques that
help synchronize heart and brain activity, leading to a state of physiological coherence.
Emotional Regulation Skills: The training includes exercises that help individuals recognize
and shift from negative to positive emotional states, thereby improving emotional stability
and reducing stress.
Biofeedback Technology: Participants use HeartMath biofeedback devices that provide real-time
feedback on their heart rhythm patterns, enabling them to monitor and improve their coherence
levels.
Resilience-Building Exercises: The program incorporates activities and practices aimed at
enhancing personal resilience, such as positive visualization and the cultivation of
gratitude and appreciation.
Individual and Group Sessions: The training is delivered through a combination of individual
coaching and group workshops, providing both personalized support and a sense of community.
