Trial comparing treatments for Leukemia
Official title Effects of Using a Storybook, to Explain Leukemia to Children Versus the Standard Child Life Intervention, on Parental Stress.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06360718
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether a storybook can lower parental stress compared to the usual support. It also looks at parents’ comfort and children’s understanding.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you are a parent or guardian of a child aged 3 to 16 who has just been diagnosed with leukemia.
- What's involved
- You will fill out surveys before and after a child life session, and again about 3.5 months later. The storybook is given only to the group that receives it, while everyone gets the standard support.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about 3.5 months and involves three survey visits: before the intervention, after the intervention, and at follow‑up.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
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Who can take part
Ages 3 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Parents are approached and enrolled on the inpatient Hematology Oncology unit at CHLA, during the admission where their child received a new leukemia...
- Parent/Legal Guardian of a child a. who is school-aged (3-16 years old) with a new leukemia diagnosis b.
- Parent/legal guardian is able to speak, read, and write English or Spanish, and give informed consent 3.
You likely can't join if
- Their school-aged children have developmental or cognitive delays, and/or other chronic illnesses.
- Their school-aged child does not give assent to participate.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Los Angeles, California, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 3 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Los Angeles, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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