Virtual Peer-to-Peer (VP2P) Support Mentoring for Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA): A Pilot RCT (NCT01986400) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Virtual Peer-to-Peer (VP2P) Support Mentoring for Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA): A Pilot RCT
Canada30 participantsStarted 2013-07
Plain-language summary
Study Hypothesis: A virtual peer-to-peer support intervention will improve health outcomes and quality of life in adolescents with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
Who can participate
Age range12 Years – 18 Years
SexALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* males and females 12-18 years old
* diagnosed with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) by a Rheumatologist (any sub-type)
* able to speak and read English
* access to Internet connection, computer capable of using free Skype software
* willing and able to complete online measures
Exclusion Criteria:
* significant cognitive impairments
* major co-morbid illnesses (i.e., psychiatric conditions) likely to influence HRQL assessment
* participating in peer support or self-management interventions (e.g., Teens Taking Charge).