Kind words may ease Kids' fear before surgery, study finds

NCT ID NCT06324955

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This study tests whether using positive language (like "we're going to give you a special sleepy air") instead of standard medical talk helps children aged 5-10 feel less anxious and behave better when they breathe in anesthesia through a mask. About 128 healthy children having surgery will be randomly assigned to hear either positive or standard language. Researchers will measure how well kids accept the mask and how long it takes to fall asleep.

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  • Boston Children's Hospital

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    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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