RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07042334

Aim 3: Pilot Study of a Serious Game to Promote Transition Readiness Skills

Sponsor

University of Utah

Enrollment

150 participants

Start Date

Jan 22, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

congenital heart defect Transition to Adult Care Patient-Centered Care Serious Games Transition-age Youth Congenital Heart Disease in Adolescence

Summary

This study involves testing a new video game designed to support adolescents with congenital heart disease (CHD) in preparing to manage their health independently. The game aims to teach essential skills such as communicating with healthcare providers, understanding medical information, and managing appointments and medications. This small pilot study will evaluate the game's usability, acceptability, and its impact on participants' confidence and preparedness for managing their heart care. Feedback will be collected from adolescent participants, their parents, and healthcare providers, and the study will examine how the game influences communication during clinical visits.

Eligibility

Min Age: 12 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying a behavioral approach called Serious game for transition readiness for people with congenital heart disease in adolescence, patient-centered care, and other related conditions. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 12 Years and older.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALSerious game for transition readiness

The serious game is an interactive narrative fiction game in which players guide a character through a hospital setting, making choices that simulate real-life healthcare scenarios. The game is designed to improve skills such as communication with healthcare providers, understanding medical information, and managing appointments and medications. No drugs or medical devices are used in this intervention.