Comparative Effects of Deep Breathing and Vagus Nerve Stimulation on Psychosocial and Autonomic Outcomes in Mothers of Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Both interventions were effective, with VNS demonstrating more substantial antidepressant effects and broader pain reduction, whereas DBE remains a simple, low-cost, and scalable option for caregiver support.

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Physical & Occupational Therapy In Pediatrics
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2026-02-18
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https://doi.org/10.1080/01942638.2026.2628830
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Vagus Nerve Stimulation Research
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Comparative Effects of Deep Breathing and Vagus Nerve Stimulation on Psychosocial and Autonomic Outcomes in Mothers of Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Gamze Demircioglu, Kemal Ozen
Physical & Occupational Therapy In Pediatrics
Vagus Nerve Stimulation Research
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Comparative Effects of Deep Breathing and Vagus Nerve Stimulation on Psychosocial and Autonomic Outcomes in Mothers of Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Gamze Demircioglu, Kemal Ozen
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Abstract

Both interventions were effective, with VNS demonstrating more substantial antidepressant effects and broader pain reduction, whereas DBE remains a simple, low-cost, and scalable option for caregiver support.

Physical & Occupational Therapy In Pediatrics
Atlas Üniversitesi, Istanbul Arel University (TR), Istanbul University (TR)
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 60%
Vagus Nerve Stimulation Research
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