Designing a Product to Reduce the Stress Level in Injection Operation for Children undergoing Treatment

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1 Industrial Design Department, Iran University of Art, Tehran, Iran

2 Industrial Design Department, Iran University of Art, Tehran, Iran.

Abstract

Stress significantly affects children, particularly in hospital settings. Addressing and managing stress effectively can reduce psychological harm and improve a child’s quality of life. The research began with a literature review on mental health dimensions and stress factors in children under treatment. This was followed by case studies that included interviews and questionnaires for a deeper investigation. The research examined stress management strategies such as raising stress awareness offering various suggestions for stress control, creating entertainment options for children, and identifying their needs and goals. The study utilized the Design Thinking methodology, a repetitive approach that continuously refines insights to address core issues. This method is based on a five-step model proposed by the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford, guiding the process from problem-solving to ideation. This study presents the development of a musical syringe cover with lighting, designed to reduce children’s anxiety during injections by incorporating distraction elements such as sound and visual stimuli. The results demonstrate that the musical syringe cover significantly reduces stress and improves young patients’ cooperation during injections

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Journal of Design Thinking
Volume 5, Issue 1
June 2024
Pages 57-70

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