Effects of Listening to an Audiobook on Anxiety, Depression, and Quality of Life in Patients Receiving Hemodialysis: A Randomized Controlled Trial

IntroductionThis study aimed to assess the impact of audiobooks on anxiety, depression, and quality of life in patients undergoing hemodialysis.MethodsWe conducted a randomized controlled trial involving 60 patients receiving hemodialysis. The intervention group listened to audiobooks for 4 weeks. Data on anxiety and depression levels were collected using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, and quality of life was assessed using the SF-36 Quality of Life Scale.ResultsStatistically significant reductions in anxiety and depression scores were observed in the intervention group following the 4-week audiobook intervention. Furthermore, the intervention group demonstrated significant improvements in quality of life parameters, specifically in energy, social functioning, physical role limitations, and mental health. The control group showed a significant improvement only in social functioning.ConclusionsThe findings suggest that audiobook interventions can effectively reduce anxiety and depression and enhance certain aspects of quality of life in patients receiving hemodialysis. Trial Registration: Registration number: NCT05272891ConclusionsThe findings suggest that audiobook interventions can effectively reduce anxiety and depression and enhance certain aspects of quality of life in patients receiving hemodialysis. Trial Registration: Registration number: NCT05272891