Best Life: Video games eases anxiety in young kids
Best Life: Video games eases anxiety in young kids
Best Life: Video games eases anxiety in young kids
March 19, 2024
Summary
Children's fear of needles can be overwhelming, hindering vaccination rates. Stanford Children’s Health tackles this with Pinataz, a distraction video game. Developed by Stanford Chariot Program, Pinataz lets kids design pinatas and collect prizes, diverting attention from shots. Dr. Sam Rodriguez emphasizes the game's immersive design, minimizing stress. Elizabeth, a nine-year-old, found it less daunting, focusing on the game instead of the needle. Her father, Clay, praises its effectiveness. Initially launched in Stanford Health Care, Pinataz aims for wider adoption nationally and internationally, promising to ease vaccination anxieties for countless children.
Reference
Best Life: Video games eases anxiety in young kids. (2024, March 19). Action News 5. https://www.actionnews5.com/2024/03/19/best-life-video-games-eases-anxiety-young-kids/