Helping survivors of acute respiratory failure manage anxiety
Official title: Improving Psychological Outcomes for Acute Respiratory Failure Survivors using a Self-Management Intervention
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-11012252 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to help adults who have recovered from serious breathing problems and are dealing with anxiety by testing a new program that teaches them how to manage their feelings better, so they can feel less anxious and improve their overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2022 |
| Project end | January 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $159,186 |
| NIH project number | 5K23HL155735-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11012252 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have experienced acute respiratory failure requiring mechanical ventilation.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not experienced acute respiratory failure or those with severe cognitive impairments may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the psychological well-being of adults who have survived acute respiratory failure (ARF) and experienced anxiety during their recovery. It involves refining a self-management intervention specifically designed for ARF patients to help them cope with anxiety symptoms. The study will first gather insights from patients to enhance the intervention and then test its effectiveness compared to standard care in a pilot trial. The goal is to determine how well this approach can reduce anxiety and improve overall outcomes for these patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce anxiety symptoms in ARF survivors, leading to better recovery experiences and outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that self-management interventions can effectively reduce anxiety in various patient populations, suggesting potential success for this approach in ARF survivors.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hosey, Megan — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Hosey, Megan
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.