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Evaluating the cost-effectiveness of a self-management program for epilepsy.

Official title: SIP24-008 Economic analysis of an evidence-based MEW epilepsy self-management intervention (MINDSET) in community and healthcare settings.

Funded at University of Arizona · NIH-11047261 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is looking at how the MINDSET program can help people with epilepsy manage their condition better and whether it’s worth the cost, so that patients can enjoy a better quality of life.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Arizona
NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Tucson, United States)
Project startSeptember 30, 2024
Project endSeptember 29, 2027
Funding year2024
Award (this year)$300,000
NIH project number1U48DP006838-01
Project IDNIH-11047261 on NIH RePORTER

Who could benefit from this research

Could help

Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with epilepsy who are seeking to improve their self-management skills.

Less likely to help

Patients who do not have epilepsy or are not interested in self-management strategies may not benefit from this research.

What this research studies

This research focuses on analyzing the costs and effectiveness of the Managing Epilepsy Well (MEW) self-management program, known as MINDSET, in both community and healthcare settings. It aims to assess how well this program helps patients manage their epilepsy through structured action planning with healthcare providers. By using both retrospective and prospective data, the study will evaluate the financial implications and overall benefits of implementing this program, ultimately aiming to improve the quality of life for individuals living with epilepsy.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide valuable insights into how self-management programs can enhance the quality of life for patients with epilepsy.

How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success with similar self-management programs for chronic conditions, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this area as well.

Where this research is happening

  • University of Arizona
    Tucson, United States
    Active

Researchers

  • Principal investigator: Labiner, David M — University of Arizona
  • Study coordinator: Labiner, David M

Related research

Other NIH-funded projects on the same topics.

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.
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