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Peer Support Groups for Social Isolation

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Led By Janet M Page-Reeves, PhD

Research Sponsored by University of New Mexico

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

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Must have

Over age 18

Be older than 18 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up 12 months

Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial will use a mix of qualitative and quantitative methods to study the effects of "TERTULIAS" ("conversational gatherings" in Spanish), a peer support group intervention, on health outcomes and health disparities for FMI participants in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The study will document changes in depression, resilience, social support, stress, social connectedness, and knowledge/empowerment.

Who is the study for?

This study is for Spanish-speaking female immigrants from Mexico, over the age of 18, living under 250% of the Federal Poverty Level in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It's not open to prisoners, children, or those unable to give consent.Check my eligibility

What is being tested?

The trial is testing 'TERTULIAS,' a peer support group designed to reduce depression and social isolation by fostering resilience and social support. Participants will be compared with others in a control group receiving modified attention.See study design

What are the potential side effects?

Since TERTULIAS involves conversational gatherings without medical interventions, no direct physical side effects are expected. However, discussing personal experiences may bring emotional discomfort.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I am over 18 years old.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ 12 months

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~12 months

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 12 months for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

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Primary outcome measures

Change in Depression

Change in Resilience

Change in Social Support

Secondary outcome measures

Change in Perceived Stress

Changes in Social Network Density and Characteristics (Intervention arm only)

Knowledge and Empowerment at 12 Months (Intervention arm only)

Trial Design

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Placebo Group

Group I: TERTULIAS structured dialogue peer support groupsExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Structured Dialogue peer support group

Group II: ControlPlacebo Group1 Intervention

Modified Attention Placebo Control

0 / 1Eligibility criteria met

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Who is running the clinical trial?

University of New MexicoLead Sponsor

372 Previous Clinical Trials

3,528,537 Total Patients Enrolled

National Institutes of Health (NIH)NIH

2,696 Previous Clinical Trials

6,952,336 Total Patients Enrolled

National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD)NIH

380 Previous Clinical Trials

1,215,402 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

TERTULIAS structured dialogue peer support groups Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT04254198 — N/A

Social Isolation Research Study Groups: TERTULIAS structured dialogue peer support groups, Control

Social Isolation Clinical Trial 2023: TERTULIAS structured dialogue peer support groups Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT04254198 — N/A

TERTULIAS structured dialogue peer support groups 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT04254198 — N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is the scope of participants in this medical trial?

"Affirmative. Data hosted on clinicaltrials.gov reveals that this medical investigation, which was initially published on July 1st 2020, is actively looking for participants. Approximately 240 patients must be recruited from two healthcare institutions."

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Could I participate in the medical research trial if I meet the criteria?

"Prospective candidates for this medical trial must be affected by social isolation and between 18-90 years of age. In total, there are 240 positions available in the study."

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Is this research endeavor open to participants aged eighty-five and up?

"To be enrolled in this clinical trial, applicants must fall within the 18 to 90 age range. On the other hand, there are 177 trials for minors and 868 specifically tailored to seniors above 65 years old."

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Are there currently any opportunities to participate in the study?

"Per the details provided on clinicaltrials.gov, this medical experiment is still welcoming applicants. First posted in July of 2020 and most recently updated in May 2022, it seeks suitable candidates to take part."

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What risks might be associated with TERTULIAS organized conversations of peer aid?

"Our team assigned a score of 2 to TERTULIAS structured dialogue peer support groups when assessing safety as this is currently in Phase 2, indicating some data exists supporting the intervention's security but no evidence regarding efficacy."

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