Photo-supported conversations to improve well-being in patients with stress disorders
A Study Protocol of the Photo-supported Conversations About Well-being Intervention in People with Stress Related Illness
This study is testing if talking about well-being with the help of photos can improve the health and happiness of people with stress disorders when added to their usual care.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years to 67 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Kronoberg County Council Government |
| Locations | 1 site (Vaxjo) |
| Trial ID | NCT04832295 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of photo-supported conversations about well-being, using the Be WellTM intervention, in addition to standard care for patients with stress-related disorders in primary care. It employs a quasi-experimental design with 70 participants, divided into an intervention group and a control group, to assess various outcomes such as exhaustion, balance of activities, client satisfaction, and quality of life. The study utilizes both quantitative and qualitative methods for data analysis, including non-parametric statistics and thematic content analysis. The aim is to understand how this intervention impacts participants' health and work ability.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 20-67 with stress-related disorders who are currently on sick leave or at risk of being on sick leave.
Not a fit: Patients with severe somatic disorders, neuropsychiatric diagnoses, psychosis, or significant language or cognitive impairments may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly enhance the well-being and work ability of patients suffering from stress-related disorders.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of photo-supported conversations is novel, similar interventions focusing on well-being have shown promise in other studies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * stress related disorder F43.8 (ICD-10) * stress related disorder F43.9 (ICD-10) * on sick leave * risk being on sick leave Exclusion Criteria: * severe somatic disorders * neuropsychiatric diagnosis * psychosis * language problems that implies difficulties to answer questionnaires * cognitive problems that implies difficulties to answer questionnaires
Where this trial is running
Vaxjo
- Kronoberg County Council — Vaxjo, Sweden (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Birgitta A Gunnarsson, PhD
- Email: birgitta.gunnarsson@kronoberg.se
- Phone: +46470589078
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.