Coloring mandalas to reduce anxiety in hospitalized children
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests if coloring mandalas (circular patterns) can help children feel less anxious and have a better view of nurses while in the hospital. It involves a short daily coloring activity for three days.
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Who can take part
- You are between 8 and 11 years old
- You are currently in the pediatric clinic at Kilis Alaeddin Yavaşça State Hospital
- You will stay in the hospital for at least 3 more days
- You can read and write in Turkish and understand questions
- Both you and your parent agree to join, and your parent signs a form
- You can communicate well enough to answer questions
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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