FEAR

This trial tests whether two simple distractions — watching a betta fish or playing with a hand puppet — can lower pain, fear, and anxiety in children aged 5 to 7 during a blood draw. One group will use the fish, another the puppet, and a third will receive standard care. Researc…

This study tests whether using a stress ball for 15 minutes before retrograde intrarenal surgery (a type of kidney stone procedure) can lower patients' anxiety and fear, and improve heart rate and blood pressure. Sixty-six adults scheduled for elective surgery will be randomly as…

This trial tests whether doing diaphragmatic breathing exercises before a diagnostic gastroscopy (a procedure to look inside the stomach) can reduce anxiety, fear, and stabilize vital signs in adult patients. Participants will either perform a guided breathing routine or wait as …

This trial tests whether virtual reality goggles or gaming cards can help reduce fear, anxiety, and stress-related changes in heart rate and oxygen levels in children aged 4 to 6 during inhaler treatment. Children receiving inhaler medication often feel scared and anxious, which …

This study tests two simple, no-cost methods to reduce pain and fear in children aged 6-12 during blood draws: rhythmic skin tapping by a nurse just above the needle site, and the child humming an 'mmmm' sound. Both techniques are based on the idea that touch and vibration can pa…

This trial tests whether simple distractions—blowing a pinwheel, watching a 3D hologram of butterflies, or chewing sugar-free gum—can reduce pain and fear in children aged 5 to 10 during a blood draw. About 164 children will be randomly assigned to one of these three activities o…

This trial tests whether watching cartoons or squeezing a stress ball can reduce fear, anxiety, and pain in children aged 4-10 during allergy skin testing. Ninety children will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: cartoon-watching, stress ball use, or routine care. Resear…

This study looks at whether teaching people about the science of their pain, combined with specific exercises, can reduce fear of movement, pain intensity, and negative thoughts about pain in adults with non-specific neck pain. Researchers will compare three groups: education plu…

This study tests whether combining a therapeutic clown with progressive relaxation exercises can reduce fear, anxiety, and stress in children aged 6-10 before circumcision surgery. 162 children will be split into three groups: one does relaxation exercises with a clown, one with …

This study looks at whether watching a cartoon or playing a mobile game for 10 minutes before surgery can lower anxiety and fear in children aged 7 to 12 who are hospitalized for appendicitis. About 69 children will be split into three groups: one watches a cartoon, one plays a m…

This study tests a comfort program for children aged 5-10 in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). The program includes listening to their mother's voice, dimming lights, and using a weighted blanket, along with regular nursing care. Researchers want to see if this helps chil…

This study tests whether a 4-week mindfulness training program can reduce fear of childbirth and improve bonding and breastfeeding success in pregnant teenagers and their partners. 54 couples will be randomly assigned to either the training or standard care. The goal is to see if…

This study compares two ways to calm children aged 5 to 7 before a dental numbing shot. One group gets the usual 'tell-show-do' explanation from the dentist. The other watches a short AI-generated avatar video that explains the procedure in a kid-friendly way. Researchers will me…

This study looks at whether using a stress ball during cataract surgery can lower patients' pain and fear and increase their satisfaction. About 60 adults having their first cataract surgery will be asked to squeeze a stress ball during the procedure. Researchers will measure pai…

This study tests whether playing with a therapeutic toy doll before getting a shot can reduce fear, anxiety, and pain in children aged 4-6. Half the kids will practice the injection steps on a doll first, while the other half get the shot as usual. Researchers will measure fear a…

This study tests whether a mindfulness-based emotion regulation training program can help children aged 7-11 who are hospitalized for at least four days feel less afraid and better control their emotions. Half of the 54 participants will receive the training alongside usual care,…

This study aims to understand the brain mechanisms behind fear and anxiety in people with anxiety disorders like PTSD and GAD. Researchers will measure brain activity, heart rate, and skin responses while participants view fear-provoking images or use virtual reality. The study i…

This study uses brain imaging and a single dose of the anti-anxiety drug lorazepam to understand how people with both depression and anxiety disorders process threats differently than those with depression alone. About 165 adults will complete two sessions involving startle tests…