Cartoons and playtime could ease Kids' fear of throat swabs
NCT ID NCT07693842
First seen Jul 09, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether showing an animated video or using therapeutic play before a throat swab can help children aged 4-8 feel less fear, anxiety, and distress. About 105 children will be randomly assigned to watch a short animation, engage in a playful activity, or receive standard care. Researchers will measure changes in the children's emotional expression, fear, and anxiety to see which approach works best.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- animated video and therapeutic play
- What this could lead to
- If effective, these simple methods could become standard practice to reduce distress in young children during common medical procedures.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, single-blind study. Results may not apply to all children or settings, and the interventions may not significantly reduce fear or anxiety.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Mersin University
Mersin, 33343, Turkey (Türkiye)
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