Online therapy and education program for people with COPD
COPD BALANCE: A Feasibility Study of Internet-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Educational Intervention to Improve Mental Health, Disease Knowledge, and Quality of Life in Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
This study is testing an online therapy and education program to see if it can help people with COPD feel better mentally and improve their overall quality of life.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Region Östergötland Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Norrköping, Östergötland County) |
| Trial ID | NCT06891677 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of an internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and educational program designed for adults living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The study focuses on improving mental health, disease knowledge, and overall quality of life by addressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. Researchers will assess the feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness of this online intervention through various questionnaires and tests. The goal is to determine if this approach can be implemented in a larger future study.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults diagnosed with COPD who have access to a computer and a stable internet connection.
Not a fit: Patients with significant psychiatric illnesses requiring specialist treatment, limited proficiency in Swedish, or disabilities preventing computer use may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance the mental health and quality of life for patients with COPD.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with internet-based CBT for various conditions, suggesting potential success for this approach in COPD management.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). * Access to a computer and stable internet connection. Exclusion Criteria: * Significant psychiatric illness requiring specialist psychiatric treatment by healthcare services within the last five years. * Life expectancy less than six months. * Dementia or cognitive impairment affecting the ability to participate. * Limited proficiency in the Swedish language. * Disabilities preventing computer use.
Where this trial is running
Norrköping, Östergötland County
- Lung- och allergimottagningen, Vrinnevisjukhuset — Norrköping, Östergötland County, Sweden (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Jonas Agholme, Medical Doctor — Region Östergötland
- Study coordinator: Principal Investigator
- Email: jonas.agholme@regionostergotland.se
- Phone: +46101045202
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.