Web-based tools to enhance resilience and well-being
The WISER Study: Web Based Methods for Enhancing Resilience
This study is testing whether online tools that help boost resilience can improve well-being and reduce burnout in adults.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 8000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Duke University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Durham, North Carolina) |
| Trial ID | NCT05636072 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This research focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of web-based resilience tools designed to improve well-being among adults, particularly targeting burnout. Participants will engage with various positive psychology activities, such as reflecting on positive experiences or writing letters of gratitude, all conducted online. The study will assess the impact of these tools on stress, depression, and burnout through a series of electronic surveys administered before, after, and at follow-up intervals. The study aims to gather data on the psychological effects of these interventions over time.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and over, particularly those working in healthcare settings.
Not a fit: Patients who are not proficient in English or lack basic computer skills may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable online resources to help individuals improve their mental well-being and resilience against burnout.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using web-based interventions for mental health improvement, suggesting a potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults 18 and over are considered eligible for the study. A sub-sample will include employees (including but not limited to frontline caregivers, support staff and management) of the Duke University Health System, as well as external health systems. All participants will be invited to participate in one or more of the online tools. The investigators will allow the participation of any clinical areas/healthcare worker groups whose leaders express interest in building resilience. The investigators are targeting healthcare workers for recruitment in the study, but adults 18+ are eligible to participate in any of these tools. Identification as a healthcare worker or not is part of data collection in every tool. Exclusion Criteria: * Adults who are not proficient in English, do not have basic computer skills, or who have prohibitive vision or hearing disabilities will be excluded from this study as they will be incapable of full participation in the intervention and/or the survey process.
Where this trial is running
Durham, North Carolina
- Duke University Health System — Durham, North Carolina, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: John B Sexton, PhD — Duke
- Study coordinator: John B Sexton, PhD
- Email: bryan.sexton@duke.edu
- Phone: +1 919 681 4949
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.