Analysis of COMPASsion and Humanisation of Adolescents Facing the End-of-life Processes.

Launched by INSTITUTO DE SALUD CARLOS III · Mar 7, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial, called "Analysis of COMPASsion and Humanisation of Adolescents Facing the End-of-life Processes," is studying how to improve compassion in young people aged 12 to 23 who are facing the topic of death and dying. The researchers want to understand how raising awareness and encouraging discussions about compassion can help teenagers develop a better understanding of the suffering of others, especially in end-of-life situations. They will work with students from both public secondary schools and universities across six provinces in Spain, involving families and teachers to support meaningful changes.

To participate, students must be enrolled in the same health area schools or universities and be between 12 to 23 years old. The trial will begin with an anonymous survey to assess how compassionate the adolescents feel and their attitudes towards death. After that, participants will engage in various activities, like discussions and creative projects, to explore these topics further. The goal is to empower young people to support each other and their communities during difficult times. By the end of the study, researchers will evaluate the impact of these activities on the participants' compassion levels and gather feedback to understand their experiences better. This project aims to enhance the quality of life for adolescents and contribute to a more compassionate society.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • University and high schools that belong to the same "Health Area"
• • Students enrolled in public secondary schools (12-17 years old) and in different undergraduate studies in a public University (18-23 years old) during the development of the project
• • Parents, mothers, or legal tutors of minors with communication skills to participate in a group
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Students who need curricular adaptation
• • Health science studies at the University