Improving resilience in adults with congenital heart disease
Assessing and Promoting Resilience in Adults with Adult Congenital Heart Disease
This study is looking for adults with congenital heart disease to see if a new program can help them build resilience and better handle the challenges of living with their condition, so they can enjoy a better quality of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11002662 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on adults living with congenital heart disease, a lifelong condition that can significantly impact their quality of life. It aims to evaluate how resilience can be enhanced to help these patients cope with the physical, emotional, and social challenges they face. The study will adapt and test a specific intervention called 'Promoting Resilience in Stress Management' (PRISM), which has shown promise in improving quality of life for similar populations. By incorporating evidence-based palliative care strategies, the research seeks to empower patients to manage their health more effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults diagnosed with congenital heart disease who experience challenges related to their condition.
Not a fit: Patients with congenital heart disease who are not experiencing significant psychosocial challenges may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved quality of life and better coping strategies for adults with congenital heart disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that resilience interventions can effectively improve quality of life and reduce psychological distress in similar patient populations.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- University of Washington — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Steiner, Jill Marie — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Steiner, Jill Marie
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 below.