Could emotional awareness explain unexplained pain in kids?
NCT ID NCT05666921
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how emotional awareness, attachment style, and thinking skills relate to physical symptoms like stomach pain or headaches in children. Researchers will assess 300 children with somatic symptom disorder using questionnaires and tests. The goal is to understand why some children develop these symptoms, which could guide future support strategies.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors better understand why some children develop physical symptoms without a clear medical cause, potentially improving future care.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not directly change how children are treated, and results may not apply to all children with similar symptoms.
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IRCCS Gianna Gaslini
RECRUITINGGenova, Italy
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Meyer Children's Hospital
RECRUITINGFlorence, Firenze, 50139, Italy
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