Helping young stroke survivors become self-employed
Supporting Self-employment in Working-age Stroke Survivors
This study is testing a new online program to help young stroke survivors learn self-employment skills and see if it can improve their job prospects and overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 156 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 64 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Chinese University of Hong Kong Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Hong Kong) |
| Trial ID | NCT06369051 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project investigates the impact of an 8-week online/hybrid intervention designed to build self-employment skills among young adults who have experienced a stroke. Participants aged 18-65, who have been unemployed for at least six months following their stroke, will be randomly assigned to either receive usual care or the new intervention alongside usual care. The study aims to measure outcomes such as self-employment rates, self-efficacy, life satisfaction, and emotional well-being at various intervals. Additionally, semi-structured interviews will gather participant feedback on the intervention's effectiveness.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 18-65 who have experienced a first-ever or recurrent stroke and have been unemployed for at least six months.
Not a fit: Patients who are currently self-employed, planning to retire, or have a mental health condition may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly enhance the self-employment prospects and overall quality of life for young stroke survivors.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on similar interventions specifically for stroke survivors, related studies in vocational rehabilitation have shown promising outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * 18-65 years old at the time of recruitment * been clinically diagnosed with a first-ever/recurrent ischaemic/haemorrhagic stroke * a Montreal Cognitive Assessment score (MoCA) \>2nd percentile * a paid job (full-time/part-time) at the recent onset of stroke * been unemployed (not in paid, full-time/part-time job) for ≥6 months at the time of recruitment * able to communicate in Cantonese and read Traditional Chinese. Exclusion Criteria: * diagnosed with transient ischaemic attack * cerebrovascular events due to tumour * diagnosed with a mental condition for example depression or schizophrenia * incomprehensible speech * receiving or awaiting to receive vocational programmes * self-employed at the time of recruitment or planning to retire
Where this trial is running
Hong Kong
- Non-government organisations — Hong Kong, Hong Kong (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Suzanne Lo — Chinese University of Hong Kong
- Study coordinator: Suzanne Lo
- Email: suzannelo@cuhk.edu.hk
- Phone: 39434485
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.