CHILDREN, ONLY

This study tested a program to reduce pesticide exposure in preschool children at 85 child care centers in California. Over 7 months, centers used integrated pest management (IPM) practices like sealing cracks and using bait traps instead of sprays. Researchers measured pesticide…

This study tested whether wearing a virtual reality mask during blood tests and skin prick tests can reduce pain and anxiety in allergic children aged 7 to 13. About 300 kids took part across two hospitals. The goal was to see if VR distraction makes these routine procedures less…

This study tested whether showing children a short movie before an endoscopy procedure helps reduce their fear and anxiety. 90 children aged 9-12 participated. Their fear, anxiety, and satisfaction levels were measured before and after the video. The goal was to make the experien…

This study tested a brief therapy called CBT-NC in 57 children ages 6-17 who have chronic nightmares. The goal was to see if the therapy could reduce nightmare distress and frequency, and in turn improve mental health and lower suicidal thoughts. Children were randomly assigned t…

This study looked at how different levels of pressure from a breathing machine (ventilator) affect the heart's ability to pump blood in children under 5 who have congenital heart disease. Researchers measured changes in heart output and function in 58 children. The goal was to fi…

This study measured levels of PEG 3350 (a common laxative) and its breakdown products in the blood and urine of 158 children. Some children were taking PEG 3350, and others were not. The goal was to see how much of the medicine stays in the body and if it relates to any symptoms.…

This study looked at 72 children aged 4-7 who had never been to the dentist before and needed a filling. Researchers wanted to see if having a parent in the room, behind a barrier, or not in the room at all affected the child's anxiety and behavior during treatment. They measured…