Perceptions and Experiences of (Family Members of) People With Mental Illness About the Chance for Mental Illness in (Future) Children, and Needs for Care and Research

Launched by ERASMUS MEDICAL CENTER · Mar 11, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking to understand how family members and future parents perceive the chances of mental illness in their children when there is a history of mental illness in the family. It aims to explore their experiences, feelings, and needs for support and information about mental health. The researchers want to learn more about how mental illness can affect parenting and what kind of help families might need, including counseling and research into better care options.

To participate in this study, you must be at least 18 years old and have a partner or relative diagnosed with a mental illness, such as severe depression, bipolar disorder, or a psychotic disorder. The study will involve interviews where participants can share their thoughts and experiences. This research is important because it aims to fill gaps in understanding how mental illness can impact families and to identify ways to support them better. If you're interested in sharing your perspective, this trial may be a good opportunity to contribute to valuable insights in mental health care.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Having (a partner or relative with) a diagnosis of a mental illness in the mood-psychosis spectrum, i.e., psychotic disorder, bipolar disorder, or severe depression
• • At least 18 years old
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Insufficient proficiency of the Dutch language
• • No demonstration of adequate understanding of the purpose, procedures, risks, benefits, emergency contacts, and payment issues (in accordance with criteria to assess capacities to consent from Appelbaum \& Grisso, 1988).
• • Unable to give consent to all aspects of the study.