Tablet art therapy tested to soothe anxious kids in intensive care
NCT ID NCT07388485
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a short, nurse-guided digital art program on a tablet can lower anxiety and emotional distress in children aged 7-12 in the pediatric ICU. Sixty children will be randomly assigned to either the art program or standard care. Researchers will measure changes in heart rate, blood pressure, and self-reported feelings before and after the sessions.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Interactive Digital Art-Based Relaxation Program
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, non-drug way to help children feel calmer and less anxious during intensive care.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to all children. The program is short-term and may not reduce severe anxiety or distress.
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