Virtual reality and games to reduce fear in children using inhalers
Part of Lungs & breathing, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether using virtual reality glasses or playing games on a tablet can help reduce fear and anxiety in young children (aged 4-6) when they need to take medication through an inhaler or nebulizer. It aims to see if these distractions make the experience more comfortable.
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Who can take part
- Child is between 4 and 6 years old.
- Child has no visual, auditory, or cognitive impairments.
- Child has no life-threatening acute or chronic diseases.
- Child has no mental health or neurological conditions.
- Child has no medical condition preventing use of inhaler or nebulizer.
- Parent and child are willing to participate voluntarily.
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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