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Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback in Security Forces
Led by Egas Moniz - Cooperativa de Ensino Superior, CRL · Updated on 2026-02-06
50
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
26 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This exploratory study evaluates the effectiveness of a 12-session Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback (HRV-BFB) protocol in reducing distress and burnout while promoting psychological well-being among Portuguese National Republican Guard (GNR) professionals. Exposed to high occupational stress from unpredictable risks, shift work, and limited resources, these individuals face elevated vulnerability to chronic stress outcomes. The intervention leverages real-time HRV feedback to enhance autonomic regulation, breathing techniques, and emotional self-regulation.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback in Security Forces
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Operational military personnel of the Guarda Nacional Republicana (GNR) performing security, patrol, criminal investigation, or road safety duties
- Any military rank or professional category within operational roles
- Age between 18 and 55 years, inclusive
- Both males and females
- Capable of providing informed consent in Portuguese language
You will not qualify if you...
- Extended sick leave or medical absence
- Currently involved in serious disciplinary proceedings
- Use, modification, or initiation of psychotropic medication (including antidepressants, anti-anxiety medications, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers) within the past 6 months
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
GNR - Comando Terrritorial de Setúbal (GNR - Setubal Territorial Command Centre)
Setúbal, Portugal
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Research Team
P
Paulo Chaló, PhD
CONTACT
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
PREVENTION
Number of Arms
2
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