RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07378150

Clay Therapy in Schizophrenia Patients

The Effect of Clay Therapy on Functional Improvement and Individual and Social Performance in Schizophrenic Patients


Sponsor

Kutahya Health Sciences University

Enrollment

17 participants

Start Date

Dec 1, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

In recent years, art therapies have been discussed for their positive effects on mental disorders. One such therapy, clay therapy, is being studied to examine its effect on the functional recovery and individual and social performance of schizophrenia patients undergoing pharmacological treatment.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study investigates whether clay therapy — a creative, hands-on art therapy — can improve social functioning, quality of life, or emotional wellbeing in people with schizophrenia who are currently in remission and attending a community mental health center. **You may be eligible if...** - You have a diagnosed with schizophrenia - You are 18 years or older - You have completed at least primary school education - You are currently taking medication as prescribed for schizophrenia - You are in remission (not in an active episode) - You have been attending a community mental health center regularly for the past year - You scored 20 or higher on the Mini Mental State Examination (a basic memory and thinking test) **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You are under 18 years old - You do not have a diagnosis of schizophrenia - You are not compliant with medication - You are currently in an acute or active phase of psychosis - You lack awareness of your illness Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

OTHERClay therapy

Experimental: Clay therapy group


Locations(1)

Kutahya Health Sciences University

Kütahya, Kütahya, Turkey (Türkiye)

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