Psychoeducational Approach to Improve Health in Lupus
Launched by BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL · Nov 3, 1999
Trial Information
Current as of May 11, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Studies have shown that patient self-efficacy in disease management and social support predict physical and mental health and disease activity in lupus. We wished to study the relationships among patient/partner communication, social support, and self-efficacy as they influence patient health longitudinally. We are randomizing 150 lupus patients and their partners to either (1) participate in a counseling intervention to improve self-efficacy, partner support, and patient/partner problem-solving in lupus management or (2) see an informational film about lupus (control). The counseling inter...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Has partner willing to participate in study
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Unable to read and write English questionnaires
- • Unable to be reached by phone
- • Rheumatologist considers patient unable to participate, generally due to patient cognitive problems or severe illness
About Brigham And Women's Hospital
Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) is a leading academic medical center located in Boston, Massachusetts, renowned for its commitment to advancing healthcare through innovative research and clinical excellence. As an integral part of the Partners HealthCare system, BWH combines cutting-edge medical education with a focus on patient-centered care, fostering an environment that promotes groundbreaking clinical trials across various specialties. The hospital is dedicated to translating scientific discoveries into effective treatments, making significant contributions to the fields of cardiovascular medicine, oncology, and women's health, among others. With a robust infrastructure for research and a collaborative approach, BWH aims to improve patient outcomes and enhance the overall quality of healthcare.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Lawren H. Daltroy, DrPH
Principal Investigator
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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