ANXIETY AND FEAR

This study tested whether wearing a virtual reality mask during blood draws and allergy skin tests helps children aged 7 to 13 feel less pain and anxiety. About 300 kids from two hospitals took part. The goal was to see if distracting them with VR makes these procedures easier to…

This study tested whether a 10-minute virtual reality (VR) relaxation session could help nursing students feel less stressed right before a big exam. Fifty students chose a calming VR scene—like a beach or space—and rated their stress before and after. The goal was to see if this…

This study tested whether giving children aged 4-6 a liquid hourglass or a spiky ball during a blood draw can reduce their pain, fear, and anxiety. 120 children were randomly assigned to use one of the toys or receive standard care. The goal was to see if these simple distraction…

This study tested whether showing children a short educational film before a bone marrow biopsy can reduce their anxiety, fear, and pain, and increase their satisfaction. Sixty children aged 7 to 12 took part. The goal was to see if a simple video could make a stressful medical p…

This completed study followed 1,290 adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes for two years. Researchers tracked mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and eating problems alongside daily blood sugar levels using smartphone surveys and continuous glucose monitors. The goal wa…

This study looked at 82 adults getting their wisdom teeth removed to understand their anxiety levels, blood pressure, and mouth health. Researchers measured anxiety using standard questionnaires at several points before and after the procedure. The goal was to learn more about ho…