A fun game to ease anxiety in palliative care
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a 'serious game' (a fun, game-like app) to help reduce anxiety for people in palliative care. You would play the game on your own device, and the study would see if it makes you feel less worried.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are receiving palliative care (no cure is possible) or are in the hospital for palliative care
- Your doctor expects you to live more than one month
- You are able to think clearly and have no memory problems or confusion
- You have access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet
- You agree to take part in the SPAMLO-3.0 'serious game' (a playful way to help with anxiety)
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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