Status:
NOT_YET_RECRUITING
Comparing the Stress-Reducing Effects of a Robotic Pet and a Weighted Toy
Lead Sponsor:
University of Auckland, New Zealand
Conditions:
Stress
Eligibility:
All Genders
18+ years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The goal of this trial is to learn whether interacting with a robotic pet (Paro) or holding a weighted sensory toy can reduce stress in healthy adults after an acute stressful experience. The main que...
Detailed Description
The study investigates the immediate effectiveness of interacting with an interactive robotic pet (Paro, a robotic seal) or a weighted sensory modulation toy for reducing acute stress and anxiety. It ...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- over 18 years old
- fluent in English
- free from diagnosed anxiety or stress-related disorders
Exclusion
- cardiovascular conditions that may affect heart rate and blood pressure measurements
- existing anxiety disorders or panic disorders.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
May 1 2025
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
October 1 2025
Estimated Enrollment :
51 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06975007
Start Date
May 1 2025
End Date
October 1 2025
Last Update
May 16 2025
Active Locations (1)
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University of Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand, 1023