Effectiveness of Psychodermatologic Educational Modules on Atopic Dermatitis Patient Outcomes

University of Alberta

Status: Active, not recruiting

Conditions: Atopic Dermatitis (AD)

Treatments: Behavioral: Patient education modules providing information on the psychological aspects of atopic dermatitis treatment and management.

Study type: Interventional

Funder types: Other

Identifiers

NCT07009483

Pro00153557

Details and patient eligibility

About

In a previous part of this study, we created educational modules about the psychodermatology of inflammatory skin conditions, with a particular emphasis on atopic dermatitis, for patients. These modules will empower patients to better manage both the psychological and physical aspects of their skin conditions. As part of this project, we aim to conduct a clinical trial to determine the effectiveness of these modules on eczema severity and health-related quality of life in patients. We hope to use these findings to develop and disseminate accessible educational material on the psychological aspects of dermatologic care.

Enrollment: 42 estimated patients

Sex: All

Ages: 4+ years old

Volunteers: No Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion criteria

1. New diagnosis or follow-up for previous diagnosis of Atopic Dermatitis.
2. Reliable internet access to be able to access the e-modules.
3. Able to speak English at a level required to understand the content of this study.
4. Child participants will be included in this study contingent on the consent of their guardian/caregiver(s).
5. Age range of eligible participants: Age 4 years and older.

Exclusion criteria

1. Does not have a new diagnosis or follow-up for previous diagnosis of Atopic Dermatitis.
2. Unable to access and/or navigate e-modules with reasonable support/instruction.
3. Unable to speak English at a level required to understand the content of this study.
4. Unable to provide informed consent.
5. Less than 4 years of age.

Trial design

Primary purpose: Supportive Care

Allocation: Randomized

Interventional model: Parallel Assignment

Masking: None (Open label)

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42 participants in 2 patient groups

Educational Module Arm

Experimental group

Description:

This arm consists of participants living with atopic dermatitis that will be trialing our educational modules. In addition to receiving standard medical care, they will be asked to complete these modules throughout the duration of the study period.

Treatment:

Behavioral: Patient education modules providing information on the psychological aspects of atopic dermatitis treatment and management.

Control Arm

No Intervention group

Description:

This arm will consist of participants living with atopic dermatitis. They will receive standard medical care, but will not be given access to the educational modules until the study period has been completed.