NCT07723040

Brief Summary

The goal of this experimental study is to learn if the Nurse-Led Self-Compassion and Kindness Program works to improve self-compassion, compassion toward peers, and peer relationships among adolescents. The main hypotheses to be tested in the study are: Post-intervention self-compassion scale scores will be significantly higher in the experimental group compared to the control group. Post-intervention compassion scale scores will be significantly higher in the experimental group compared to the control group. Post-intervention peer relationships scale scores will be significantly higher in the experimental group compared to the control group. Follow-up self-compassion scale scores will be significantly higher in the experimental group compared to the control group. Follow-up compassion scale scores will be significantly higher in the experimental group compared to the control group. Follow-up peer relationships scale scores will be significantly higher in the experimental group compared to the control group. Researchers will compare the experimental group (receiving the program) to a control group to see if the Nurse-Led Self-Compassion and Kindness Program is effective in enhancing compassion and peer relationships in adolescents. Participants will: Participate in the Nurse-Led Self-Compassion and Kindness Program 1 day a week for 6 weeks Complete the pre-test, post-test, and follow-up test questionnaires

Trial Health

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Trial Health Score

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Enrollment
75

participants targeted

Target at P50-P75 for not_applicable

Timeline
Completed

Started Apr 2026

Shorter than P25 for not_applicable

Geographic Reach
1 country

1 active site

Status
active not recruiting

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Study Timeline

Key milestones and dates

Study Start

First participant enrolled

April 8, 2026

Completed
3 months until next milestone

Primary Completion

Last participant's last visit for primary outcome

July 1, 2026

Completed
19 days until next milestone

First Submitted

Initial submission to the registry

July 20, 2026

Completed
3 days until next milestone

First Posted

Study publicly available on registry

July 23, 2026

Completed
9 days until next milestone

Study Completion

Last participant's last visit for all outcomes

August 1, 2026

Completed
Last Updated

July 24, 2026

Status Verified

July 1, 2026

Enrollment Period

3 months

First QC Date

July 20, 2026

Last Update Submit

July 23, 2026

Conditions

Self CompassionCompassionPeer GroupInterpersonal Relations

Keywords

Self-compassionCompassionPeer relationshipsAdolescentsKindnessRandomized controlled trial

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (3)

  • Self-Compassion Scale (SCS-SF)-Change in Self-Compassion Levels From Baseline to Post-Intervention (Week 6)

    This outcome measure evaluates the immediate effect of the 6-week intervention program on adolescents' self-compassion levels. Self-compassion will be assessed using the Self-Compassion Scale. The scale is a single-dimensional, 5-point Likert-type instrument consisting of 11 items, with responses ranging from 1 ('Never') to 5 ('Always'). The minimum and maximum achievable scores on the scale are 11 and 55, respectively. Higher scores indicate higher levels of self-compassion.

    Baseline and immediately after the 6-week intervention

  • Compassion Scale for Adolescents (CSA) - Change in Compassion Levels From Baseline to Post-Intervention (Week 6)

    This outcome measure evaluates the immediate effect of the 6-week intervention program on compassion levels among adolescents. Compassion will be measured using the Compassion Scale for Adolescents. The Compassion Scale for Adolescents (CSA) is a 5-point Likert-type instrument consisting of 30 items across six subscales, with responses ranging from 1 ('Strongly disagree') to 5 ('Strongly agree'). The total achievable score on the scale ranges from a minimum of 30 to a maximum of 150. Higher total scores indicate higher levels of compassion.

    Baseline and immediately after the 6-week intervention

  • Peer Relationships Scale (PRS) - Change in Peer Relationships From Baseline to Post-Intervention (Week 6)

    This outcome measure evaluates the improvement in peer relationships following the 6-week intervention program. Peer relationships will be assessed using the Peer Relationships Scale. The Peer Relationships Scale (PRS) is a 5-point Likert-type instrument consisting of 29 items across four subscales, with responses ranging from 1 ('Strongly disagree') to 5 ('Strongly agree'). The minimum and maximum achievable total scores on the scale are 29 and 145, respectively. Higher total scores reflect healthier and better-quality peer relationships.

    Baseline and immediately after the 6-week intervention

Secondary Outcomes (3)

  • Self-Compassion Scale (SCS-SF) - Change in Self-Compassion Levels at 1-Month Follow-Up

    1 month after the intervention

  • Compassion Scale for Adolescents (CSA) - Change in Compassion Levels at 1-Month Follow-Up

    1 month after the intervention

  • Peer Relationships Scale (PRS) - Change in Peer Relationships at 1-Month Follow-Up

    1 month after the intervention

Study Arms (2)

Intervention Group

EXPERIMENTAL

Participants in this group will receive a 6-week nurse-led self-compassion and kindness intervention program focusing on compassion, kindness, and peer relationships.

Other: Nurse-Led Self-Compassion and Kindness Program

Control Group

NO INTERVENTION

Participants in this group will not receive the 6-week intervention program. They will continue with their standard school curriculum, which includes a routine course on social etiquette. They will complete the evaluation scales at the same time points.

Interventions

Nurse-Led Self-Compassion and Kindness ProgramOTHER

This is a 6-week, 40-minute program implemented once a week, focusing on developing compassion and kindness towards themselves and their peers. The program aims to strengthen adolescents' compassion for themselves and others, thereby improving their peer relationships.

Intervention Group

Eligibility Criteria

Sexall
Healthy VolunteersYes
Age GroupsChild (0-17), Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

  • Being actively enrolled as a high school student.
  • Demonstrating regular attendance to the intervention sessions.
  • Having no visual, hearing, or cognitive/comprehension impairments.

You may not qualify if:

  • Having previously participated in an intervention or training program on self-compassion or similar topics.
  • Failure to complete all scales entirely at any data collection time point (baseline, post-test, or follow-up).
  • Withdrawing from the intervention before completion.
  • Irregular attendance or failure to maintain regular participation in the intervention sessions.

Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.

Sponsors & Collaborators

Study Sites (1)

Marmara University, Faculty of Health Sciences

Maltepe, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

Study Officials

  • Gizem BIDIK, PhD (c), Research Assistant

    Marmara University, Faculty of Health Sciences

    PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Study Design

Study Type
interventional
Phase
not applicable
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Masking
NONE
Purpose
OTHER
Intervention Model
PARALLEL
Sponsor Type
OTHER
Responsible Party
SPONSOR

Study Record Dates

First Submitted

July 20, 2026

First Posted

July 23, 2026

Study Start

April 8, 2026

Primary Completion

July 1, 2026

Study Completion

August 1, 2026

Last Updated

July 24, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-07

Data Sharing

IPD Sharing
Will not share

Locations

TU(1)