Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 16 to 25

Understanding the experiences of young adults with severe asthma

Official title: An Exploration of the Experiences and Support Needs of Young Adults With Severe and Uncontrolled Asthma

Run by Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust · NCT06681545 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to understand the daily challenges and support needs of young adults aged 16-25 with severe asthma to help improve their care and outcomes.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages16 Years to 25 Years
SexAll
Enrollment46 (estimated)
SponsorManchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Government
Locations1 site (Manchester, Greater)
StatusRecruiting
StartedNovember 25, 2024
Main results expectedOctober 31, 2025
Study endsOctober 31, 2025
Registry record updatedFebruary 5, 2025
Trial IDNCT06681545 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are young adults aged 16-25 with a confirmed diagnosis of severe or uncontrolled asthma.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not have asthma or whose primary health concerns are unrelated to asthma may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to explore the lived experiences and support needs of young adults aged 16-25 who suffer from severe and uncontrolled asthma. Through in-depth one-on-one interviews utilizing photo elicitation techniques, participants will share their daily challenges and experiences related to asthma management. Additionally, focus groups will be conducted to further identify support needs and inform future interventions. The study seeks to develop a comprehensive understanding of this demographic's unique needs to improve care and outcomes.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved care strategies tailored specifically for young adults with severe asthma.

How similar studies have gone: While there is limited research specifically targeting this age group, similar qualitative studies have successfully highlighted the needs of patients with chronic conditions.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* A confirmed diagnosis of severe or uncontrolled asthma under the care of the Manchester or Liverpool severe asthma services
* Participants aged 16-25 years.
* Informed consent provided.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Inability to provide informed consent.
* Participants with additional long-term conditions who identify their dominant health concern to be non-asthma related.
* Focus group only- inability to converse in English

Where it's running

  • Severe asthma services based at both Manchester University Foundation NHS trust and Liverpool University Foundation NHS Trust
    Manchester, Greater, United Kingdom
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.