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IRCT20241026063502N1 IRCT 2025-02-14 Ahvaz University of Medical Sciences the effect of guided imagery on the quality of life of women with polycystic ovary syndrome The impact of guided imagery-based counseling on the quality of life of women with polycystic ovary syndrome 2025-01-11 anticipated 66 Complete https://irct.ir/trial/80851 interventional Randomization: Randomized, Blinding: Not blinded, Placebo: Not used, Assignment: Parallel, Purpose: Education/Guidance, Randomization description: Individuals in the research community who meet the inclusion criteria and do not meet the exclusion criteria will be randomly assigned to two groups: intervention (33 individuals) and control (33 individuals) using a random number table. The allocation of intervention to individuals will be done randomly using a randomized block design with block sizes of 4, 6, and 8 (utilizing a table of random permutations). The randomization list will be prepared by a statistician. The intervention used in this study will be allocated according to the randomized list by an individual outside the study, who is unaware of the research goals, based on the corresponding codes in sealed envelopes. N/A Polycystic ovary syndrome. Intervention 1: The test group will undergo eight sessions of group counseling based on guided visualization, led by a researcher who has previously completed a guided visualization counseling course under the supervision of a thesis advisor. After the sessions, they will be provided with a checklist to record the date and time of their exercises daily, marking their progress in the corresponding table. This table will be reviewed weekly by the researcher. The counseling sessions will be held in person for 45 minutes in groups of 5 to 6 participants. The content of the counseling sessions will be derived from relevant sources, supported by research, and developed in consultation with a psychology advisor. The most common duration for psychological interventions is 20 minutes, and the guided visualization sessions will consist of two main parts: 1) relaxation and 2) receiving guided visualization. Initially, relaxation will take place for 10 minutes, followed by the exercise for 20 minutes. After this, participants will share their experiences with their peers for 10 minutes, followed by a 5-minute Q&A session. Participants are asked to practice the techniques presented in each session for 20 minutes a day, six days a week. Intervention 2: Control group: During the research period, no intervention will be done for the control group and they will continue with their daily activities, and in order to appreciate them and in terms of observing the ethical principles, at the end of the research, we will provide them with guided visualization educational pamphlets and a two-hour counseling session based on guided visualization for free. Yes - There is a plan to make this available What will be shared: Part of the data includes information about the main outcome of the sharing. When: Access starts 6 months after results are published To whom: Researchers working in the university institute Conditions: via email Where to obtain: Email address: maria.ahmadirad123@gmail.com How to obtain: Apply by email Comments:
public Maria Ahmadirad
No. 1، 15 Narges Alley، Farhangian Phase 4
Ramhormoz Iran (Islamic Republic of) 6381766927 +98 61 4352 7511 maria.ahmadirad123@gmail.com Ahvaz University of Medical Sciences scientific Maria Ahmadirad
No. 1، 15 Narges Alley، Farhangian Phase 4
Ramhormoz Iran (Islamic Republic of) 6381766927 +98 61 4352 7510 maria.ahmadirad123@gmail.com Ahvaz University of Medical Sciences Iran (Islamic Republic of) Age 18 to 35 years Known cases of polycystic ovary syndrome based on Rotterdam criteria At least two years since menarche A score of more than 26 on the quality of life questionnaire for women with polycystic ovary syndrome( PCOSQ) The ability to attend 8 training sessions Having literacy skills ( reading and writing) Proficiency in the Persian language 18 years 35 years Female Diagnosed physical health problems and diseases Use of psychiatric medications addiction to drugs and alcohol Simultaneous use of other relaxation methods Pregnancy and breastfeeding The occurrence of stress-related events in the past three months (Death of a relative, divorce...) Treatment - Other Treatment - Other The test group will undergo eight sessions of group counseling based on guided visualization, led by a researcher who has previously completed a guided visualization counseling course under the supervision of a thesis advisor. After the sessions, they will be provided with a checklist to record the date and time of their exercises daily, marking their progress in the corresponding table. This table will be reviewed weekly by the researcher. The counseling sessions will be held in person for 45 minutes in groups of 5 to 6 participants. The content of the counseling sessions will be derived from relevant sources, supported by research, and developed in consultation with a psychology advisor. The most common duration for psychological interventions is 20 minutes, and the guided visualization sessions will consist of two main parts: 1) relaxation and 2) receiving guided visualization. Initially, relaxation will take place for 10 minutes, followed by the exercise for 20 minutes. After this, participants will share their experiences with their peers for 10 minutes, followed by a 5-minute Q&A session. Participants are asked to practice the techniques presented in each session for 20 minutes a day, six days a week. Control group: During the research period, no intervention will be done for the control group and they will continue with their daily activities, and in order to appreciate them and in terms of observing the ethical principles, at the end of the research, we will provide them with guided visualization educational pamphlets and a two-hour counseling session based on guided visualization for free. Quality of life. Timepoint: "Before starting the study, immediately after, and two weeks after the end of the counseling sessions.". Method of measurement: :Data collection tools include: A: Demographic information questionnaire, which includes personal, medical, and obstetric information such as age, marital status, body mass index, education level of the individual and spouse, employment status of the individual and spouse, number of children, and history of infertility of the individual. B: Quality of life questionnaire for women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOSQ). Ahvaz University of Medical Sciences Approved 2024-12-21 Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz Golestan highway-Jandishapur University of Ahvaz Ahvaz Khouzestan Iran (Islamic Republic of)