Effect of Educational Intervention on Children's Anxiety

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF ICELAND · Sep 12, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how an educational health game can help reduce anxiety in children who are about to undergo anesthesia for medical procedures. The researchers want to see if playing a fun, interactive game about anesthesia can make kids feel less scared compared to just reading a story online or receiving standard care. The trial will involve children aged 1 to 21, and they will be divided into three groups: one group will play the educational game, another will read a similar educational story on a website, and the last group will receive usual care without any extra educational material.

To participate, children must be scheduled for a medical procedure that requires anesthesia and should understand Icelandic or Finnish. Throughout the trial, anxiety levels will be measured using a standard tool at the medical center, and parents will fill out questionnaires about their child and themselves. This study is important because it explores new ways to educate kids about anesthesia and help them feel more confident and less anxious about their medical experiences.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Undergoing anesthesia for medical procedure
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Does not understand Icelandic/Finnish