NCT07823361

The Effects of Trauma-informed Care Organization on Birth Professionals and Women's Experiences of Trauma.

StatusNot Yet Recruiting

PhaseNot applicable

SponsorTarsus University

Primary completionMay 15, 2027 (estimated)

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Record History

All 1 version: 1 with changes below.

Sep 15, 2026 Study First Submitted

Endpoints

Primary

Birth-related post-traumatic stress symptoms

Timeframe: 4-6 weeks postpartum

Secondary (1)

Trauma-related stress symptoms in maternity healthcare professionals

Arms and interventions

Control GroupNo intervention

Women giving birth during the pre-intervention period, before implementation of the organization-wide trauma-informed care program.

Trauma-Informed Care InterventionExperimental

Women giving birth during the post-intervention period, after implementation of the organization-wide trauma-informed care program for maternity service personnel.

Behavioral: trauma-informed care training

Sites

1 site in 1 country

Tarsus State Hospital Tarsus, Mersin, TürkiyeMersin, Tarsus, Turkey (Türkiye)

About this trial

This study aims to evaluate the effects of integrating trauma-informed care (TIC) into the organizational structure of maternity services on women giving birth and healthcare professionals involved in perinatal care. The study will be conducted at Tarsus State Hospital and will implement a systematic, organization-wide TIC approach designed to improve the quality and psychological safety of maternity care. Trauma-informed care recognizes the potential impact of previous and birth-related trauma and seeks to prevent re-traumatization through respectful communication, emotional safety, informed consent, empowerment, collaborative decision-making, and support for women's autonomy and dignity. In maternity services, these principles may contribute to more positive childbirth experiences while also supporting healthcare professionals who may experience secondary traumatic stress through repeated exposure to traumatic events. The intervention will involve multiple groups within the hospital, including organizational leaders, healthcare professionals, and support personnel. Organizational leaders will receive training on institutional implementation of TIC and the development of sustainable organizational strategies. Healthcare professionals, including midwives, nurses, obstetricians, psychologists, psychiatrists, and social workers, will receive training on recognizing trauma, trauma-sensitive communication, and integrating TIC principles into routine maternity care. Support personnel will receive training focused on respectful communication and awareness of trauma-related sensitivities. Educational activities will include case discussions, group exercises, role-playing, and problem-solving sessions. The study will evaluate whether this organization-wide approach contributes to improved trauma-informed practices among healthcare professionals and more positive experiences among women receiving maternity care.

Trial details

Enrollment: 345 participants (estimated)
Started: Sep 30, 2026
Study completion: May 1, 2028 (estimated)
Eligibility: 18 and older, all sexes, no healthy volunteers
Design: Interventional, non-randomized, open label, prevention
Oversight: No data monitoring committee
Conditions: Birth Injuries, Psychological Trauma, Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Collaborators: The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey
First posted: Sep 16, 2026
Registry updated: Sep 16, 2026
Last verified: Mar 2026

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