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The Impact of Starbright World on Children Being Treated at the NIH

Launched by NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE (NCI) · Dec 9, 2002

Trial Information

Current as of December 26, 2024

Completed

Keywords

Anger Loneliness Mood Psychosocial Virtual Network

ClinConnect Summary

This study seeks to evaluate the impact of Starbright World (SBW) on hospitalized children. SBW is a virtual environment designed to link seriously ill children into an interactive online community where they can play games, learn about their condition, or talk with other ill children who are connected to the network. Our outcome evaluation of SBW will include assessments of pain, mood (anxious, depressed and energetic), anger, loneliness, and willingness to return to the NIH for treatment of children who are being treated at the NIH. They will be assessed while engaging in "normal" recreat...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Children between the ages of 8 and 21.
  • Currently on active protocol at NIH.
  • Access to playrooms on the 9th, 11th, 13th, and 14th floors.
  • Ability to read and understand English.
  • No presence of mental illness.
  • Ability to understand and/or perform tasks involved in using Starbright World.

About National Cancer Institute (Nci)

The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is a prominent component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), dedicated to advancing cancer research and improving patient outcomes through innovative clinical trials. As a leading sponsor of cancer-related studies, NCI focuses on facilitating the development of new therapies, enhancing prevention strategies, and understanding the biology of cancer. The institute collaborates with academic institutions, healthcare providers, and industry partners to conduct rigorous clinical trials that aim to translate scientific discoveries into effective treatments. NCI’s commitment to fostering a robust research environment supports the mission to eliminate cancer as a major health problem.

Locations

Bethesda, Maryland, United States

People applied

Timeline

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Estimated completion

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