Health psychology : official journal of the Division of Health Psychology, American Psychological Association
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Active and passive distraction using a head-mounted display helmet: effects on cold pressor pain in children.
The current study tested the effectiveness of interactive versus passive distraction that was delivered via a virtual reality type head-mounted display helmet for children experiencing cold pressor pain. ⋯ Although both distraction conditions were effective, the interactive distraction condition was significantly more effective. Implications for the treatment of children's distress during painful medical procedures are discussed.