Assessing the well-being of caregivers for cystic fibrosis patients
Improving the Well-being of Caregivers of Cystic Fibrosis Patients During Physiotherapy Treatment
This study looks at how taking care of a child with cystic fibrosis affects parents' mental health and overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 360 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Pole Sante Grace de Dieu Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Caen) |
| Trial ID | NCT06327802 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to evaluate the impact of caring for a child with cystic fibrosis on parents' quality of life, including their levels of anxiety, depressive symptoms, general fatigue, and feelings of burden. By utilizing questionnaires, the study seeks to gather data on how the chronic nature of cystic fibrosis affects caregivers' mental health and overall well-being. The findings could provide insights into the support needs of these caregivers, highlighting the importance of their role in the treatment adherence of cystic fibrosis patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are parents or guardians of children diagnosed with cystic fibrosis who are willing to participate by completing questionnaires.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have a child with cystic fibrosis or caregivers who are unwilling to participate in the assessment will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved support systems for caregivers, enhancing their mental health and overall quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While studies have explored caregiver burden in various chronic illnesses, this specific focus on cystic fibrosis caregivers is relatively novel and under-researched.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * parents (father, mother, dyads (father+mother) of children suffering from cystic fibrosis) who agree to answer the various questionnaires. Exclusion Criteria: -
Where this trial is running
Caen
- Psla Gdd — Caen, France (Recruiting)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.