What this Trial Is About

Researchers are exploring how laughter yoga may impact the stress and burnout levels of midwives. Burnout is a state of emotional exhaustion and reduced professional efficacy caused by work-related stress, leading to fatigue and feelings of inadequacy. Laughter is considered a positive emotional tool that can help people cope with stress by improving mood, reducing depression, and enhancing problem-solving abilities. This study aims to determine whether laughter yoga can help midwives manage stress and burnout more effectively. The intervention involves a structured laughter yoga program divided into four parts. It starts with deep breathing exercises where participants raise their arms and hold their breath, followed by warm-up clapping exercises to stimulate energy. Next, participants engage in childish games visualized mentally with arm movements, and finally, laughter exercises including guided breathing and smiling. Each part lasts between 5 and 15 minutes, designed to promote laughter and relaxation. Participants will be evaluated through surveys measuring burnout and perceived stress levels within two to four weeks. They will complete questionnaires and scales fully, and researchers will assess changes in stress and burnout. The study focuses on midwives working in maternity or gynecology wards who have significant work experience. This approach helps monitor the effectiveness of laughter yoga in improving psychological wellbeing among healthcare professionals.

Laughter Yoga, Stress Level and Burnout Level