NCT06671574

Emotional Intelligence and Relaxation Techniques for Mental Health and Sleep in Older Adults

Emotional Intelligence and Relaxation Techniques in Mental Health, Sleep Disorders, and Quality of Life in Adults Over 60 Years

• Status: Completed
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 98 (actual)
• Sponsor: University of Jaén · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 60 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

This topic highlights the role of emotional intelligence and relaxation techniques in enhancing mental health for adults over 60. Emotional intelligence, which involves understanding and managing one's emotions, can improve emotional well-being in older adults facing challenges like loneliness and anxiety. Sleep disorders are common in this age group and can lead to increased mental health issues such as depression. Relaxation techniques, including meditation, yoga, and deep breathing, have been shown to reduce stress and improve sleep quality. By integrating emotional intelligence and relaxation practices into daily life, older adults can enhance their overall quality of life and mental health.

Conditions

• Older People

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
OTHER	Emotional intelligence and Relaxation techniques	In each session, participants will engage in exercises aimed at recognizing, understanding, and regulating their emotions. These interactive activities will foster personal reflection and group discussion, helping individuals identify emotions in various situations and their impact on behavior. This approach will enhance emotional awareness and equip participants with practical tools for managing stress and anxiety. Various relaxation techniques will also be introduced. Deep breathing exercises will teach participants to calm their minds and bodies, reducing tension. Guided meditation will help them focus inward, promoting mental peace and deep relaxation. Additionally, visualization exercises will encourage imagining calming scenarios, alleviating anxiety and improving overall well-being.

Timeline

• Start date: 2024-11-05
• Primary completion: 2025-01-23
• Completion: 2025-01-28
• First posted: 2024-11-04
• Last updated: 2025-03-11

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Spain