Functional Social Support in COPD Self-Management

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC)

Status: Enrolling

Conditions: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Study type: Observational

Funder types: Other

Identifiers

NCT07353034

Pro00145926

Details and patient eligibility

About

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.

Enrollment: 111 estimated patients

Sex: All

Ages: 40+ years old

Volunteers: No Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion criteria

• Age ≥40
• Self-reported COPD diagnosis or treatment
• English-speaking
• Internet access

Exclusion criteria

• History of psychosis or severe mental illness
• Ongoing substance abuse
• Other chronic respiratory conditions (e.g., lung cancer, asthma)

Trial design

111 participants in 1 patient group

COPD Adults (≥40 years)

Description:

Adults aged 40 years and older with a self-reported diagnosis or treatment for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). All participants will complete an online survey; a subset will participate in qualitative interviews.