Internet-Based Mental Health Program for Cystic Fibrosis
(iCF-PWR Trial)

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

+1 other location

Overseen byKristi D Wright, Ph.D.

Age: < 18

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: University of Regina

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?The goal of the clinical trial is to test whether a mental health program that is delivered through the Internet works well for children and adolescents with cystic fibrosis (CF) and their healthy siblings. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Does the program improve the mental health such as depression and anxiety symptoms? * Does the program improve overall quality of life? * Does the program improve self-efficacy - an individual's belief in their ability to complete tasks to achieve their goals? Participants will: * Fill out an online survey asking questions about their personal and health information, as well as their mental health before the program * Complete the online mental health program * Fill out an online survey asking questions about their mental health after completing the program, and 1-month and 3-months following completing the program Participants be compared against another group of children with CF and their healthy siblings who are on a waitlist and receiving usual CF treatment. Researchers will compare participants scores before starting the program with their scores immediately following completing the program, 1-month, and 3-month after completing the program. Researchers hope to develop a program that improves mental health, quality of life, self-efficacy, and knowledge about CF.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for children and adolescents aged 8-12 who either have cystic fibrosis (CF) or are siblings of someone with CF. They must be able to speak and read English. It's not suitable for those with severe cognitive impairments or major medical/psychiatric conditions that could limit participation.

Inclusion Criteria

I can speak and read English.

I am between 8 and 12 years old.

I have cystic fibrosis or my sibling does.

Exclusion Criteria

I do not have severe cognitive issues or major illnesses that would prevent me from participating fully.

Participant Groups

The trial tests an Internet-delivered mental health program designed for kids with CF and their healthy siblings. It evaluates the program's impact on depression, anxiety, quality of life, self-efficacy, and knowledge about CF compared to usual treatment over several months.

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: iCF-PWR ProgramExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Parents are encouraged to review the program along with their child and then children are encouraged to complete the program 1-2 additional times (or as many times as they like). It is suggested that modules be completed at a rate of 1-2 per week, with program completion ranging from 3-6 weeks. Additional mental health resources are provided at the end of the program.

Group II: Standard CareActive Control1 Intervention

Participants will continue to receive their usual standard care related to CF (i.e., accessing services through their local health authority and CF clinic). Following the proposed maximum program completion time-frame (i.e., 6 weeks) and follow-up time period (i.e., 3 months), those in the standard care groups will be provided access to iCF-PWR.