Virtual Reality Education for Hospitalized Pediatric Patients Improves Intrinsic Motivation: A Prospective, Randomized Crossover Study.

Clin Pediatr (Phila)Jun 28, 2026 (epub)
Clinical ResearchPediatrics

Faith Collins, Emily Moya, Marcos S Rojas-Pino et al.

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This pragmatic, randomized crossover trial assessed the impact of bedside virtual reality (VR) education on intrinsic motivation in hospitalized pediatric patients aged 5 to 25 years. Among 100 analyzed participants, intrinsic motivation scores were significantly higher in the VR condition compared to standard of care, with a P-value of .0048. The study highlights the potential of VR as an educational tool in hospital settings.

Key findings

  • Intrinsic motivation scores were higher in the VR condition than standard of care (P = .0048).
  • Parental satisfaction with the VR education was significantly greater (P = .0008).
  • The study included 156 enrolled patients, with 100 analyzed.
  • Participants had a mean age of 11.5 years.

Why it matters

Enhancing intrinsic motivation in hospitalized children can improve their educational engagement and overall well-being during prolonged admissions. This study suggests that innovative educational methods like VR can effectively support these patients.

Source

PubMed · PMID 42366651

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