Understanding Anxiety in Children During Radiation Therapy
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study watches how children feel anxious before and during radiation therapy treatment at MD Anderson. By understanding anxiety patterns, doctors hope to better support children and families going through this experience.
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Who can take part
- Child is between 2 and 12 years old
- Child is scheduled to have radiation therapy at MD Anderson Cancer Center
- Parent or legal guardian provides signed consent
- Child age 7 or older also agrees to participate (called assent)
- Family is willing to let researchers observe during radiation appointments
- Child has not yet completed the simulation (planning) session for radiation therapy
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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