Playtime during chemo may lower anxiety in kids and parents

NCT ID NCT07348900

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Akdeniz University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looked at whether structured play activities could reduce anxiety in children aged 4-10 receiving chemotherapy and their parents. 62 children and their parents took part in play sessions during chemo. Anxiety levels were measured before and after play. The goal is to see if simple, non-drug play can help families cope better during treatment.

What this could mean

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Active substance: structured play-based supportive care activities
What this could lead to: If this approach works, it could offer a simple, drug-free way to ease anxiety for children getting chemotherapy and their parents.
What could go wrong: This was a small, completed study with only 62 participants and no control group, so results may not apply broadly. Play may not reduce anxiety for all children or parents.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder Pain

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ANXIETY PAIN

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Locations

Akdeniz University Hospital, Pediatric Oncology and Hematology Clinic

Antalya, 7090, Turkey (Türkiye)

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