Coloring away fear: simple activity may soothe kids before surgery
NCT ID NCT07203820
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether having children color a ready-made picture template before circumcision reduces their anxiety and fear. Fifty children aged 5-10 were randomly assigned to either a coloring group or a control group. Researchers measured anxiety and fear using child- and mother-reported scales just before the procedure.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Ready-made picture template coloring activity
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help children feel calmer and less scared before medical procedures.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center study with only 50 children, so results may not apply to all kids or settings. The coloring activity may not reduce anxiety for every child.
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Locations
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Harran University
Sanliurfa, Turkey (Türkiye)