Functional Social Support in COPD Self-Management
Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot listed
Trial typeObservational
Biological sexAll
Age40+
SponsorMedical University of South Carolina
About this trial
This observational study aims to examine how different types of functional social support (emotional/informational, tangible, affectionate, and positive social interaction) predict self-management capacity among individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The study includes a quantitative cross-sectional survey and qualitative semi-structured interviews (N=20) to explore barriers and facilitators to adequate social support. Findings will inform the development of targeted self-management interventions for COPD patients.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Age ≥40
Self-reported COPD diagnosis or treatment
English-speaking
Internet access
Disqualifiers
History of psychosis or severe mental illness
Ongoing substance abuse
Other chronic respiratory conditions (e.g., lung cancer, asthma)
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Not listed
Trial groups
111 Participants
are grouped into 1 trial groupSponsors and collaborators
Source ClinicalTrials.gov