Coloring away fear: simple activity eases Kids' Pre-Surgery jitters

NCT ID NCT07203820

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 34 times

Summary

This study tested whether coloring ready-made picture templates can reduce anxiety and fear in 50 children aged 5-10 before circumcision. Children were randomly assigned to either a coloring activity or a control group. Researchers measured anxiety and fear levels using child and parent reports before and after the activity.

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Locations

  • Harran University

    Sanliurfa, Turkey (Türkiye)

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