Pet therapy for kids during allergy testing
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This study tests if having a therapy dog nearby can help children ages 3–6 feel less pain and stress during allergy testing. It looks for changes in their emotions and body responses.
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Who can take part
- Your child is 3 to 6 years old
- Your child has never had allergy testing before
- Your child has stable vital signs and no chronic illness
- Your child does not have any intellectual or neurological disability
- You (the mother) can read and communicate well
- Both you and your child agree to take part
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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