Impact

The Impact of a Wish

For children battling critical illnesses, a significant portion of their normal childhood experiences is often stripped away, leading to emotional and physical exhaustion. A wish offers these children a chance to step beyond their illness, builds resilience, joy and a sense of normalcy back into a family's life.

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PSYCHOLOGICAL AND EMOTIONAL BENEFITS OF WISH-GRANTING INTERVENTIONS

Wish-granting interventions significantly reduce anxiety and depression while fostering hope and emotional strength. Studies indicate that children who receive a wish often experience improved mental well-being and fewer unplanned hospital visits.

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Positive Emotional Impact

Of children and parents report significant increases in positive emotions when a wish is granted.

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Happy Memories

Over 80% of children and parents say the wish experience creates lasting joyful memories.

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Sense of Normalcy

92% of wish children report improved well-being and 90% say it helps them look forward to the future.

MEDICAL & HEALTH OUTCOMES

Wish-granting can contribute to improved health outcomes by reducing hospital visits and enhancing treatment compliance.

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Fewer Hospital Visits

50% fewer unplanned hospital visits reported among children who received a wish.

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Improved Treatment Compliance

81% of parents observed children were more willing to follow medical treatments.

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Perceived Health Benefits

89% of nurses, doctors, social workers, and child life specialists believe wishes can positively influence physical health.

FAMILY BONDS AND SOCIAL BENEFITS

Wishes not only impact the child but also improve family dynamics and social well-being.

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Closer Family Connections

97% of parents report that the wish experience strengthens family bonds.

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Relief for Families

90% of parents note that wishes provide much-needed relief from the stress of illness.

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Positive Effects on Siblings

Siblings benefit by sharing memorable experiences and feeling more connected to their ill sibling.

THE LASTING IMPACT OF A WISH

Recent studies highlight the long-term benefits of wish-granting for children with critical illnesses and their families.

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Sustained Positive Emotions

80% of children and 81% of parents report that positive emotions from their wish persist long after it is granted.

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Importance of Wishes

97% of children and 95% of parents agree that every eligible child should have a wish experience.

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Observed Emotional Health Improvements

97% of children and 96% of parents observed notable emotional well-being improvements after a wish experience.