Psychological Health and Adverse Childhood Experiences in Myasthenia Gravis: Online Mental Health… (NCT07291713) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Psychological Health and Adverse Childhood Experiences in Myasthenia Gravis: Online Mental Health BMI Learning Program
Taiwan77 participantsStarted 2024-01-10
Plain-language summary
This study evaluated psychological health in patients with myasthenia gravis (MG) using an online behavioral program called the "Positive Mental Health BMI Learning Program." The program consisted of four short video units focused on interpersonal support, emotional regulation, and personal meaning. Patients receiving care in the neurology outpatient clinic were invited to complete questionnaires before and after viewing the online program. Psychological well-being, depressive symptoms, daily functioning, and quality of life were assessed to describe participants' mental health status and changes observed over the course of the program.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 80 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients with a confirmed diagnosis of myasthenia gravis (MG) based on acetylcholine receptor antibody testing, single-fiber electromyography, repetitive nerve stimulation, or chest computed tomography.
* Individuals able to clearly express their own intentions.
* Individuals without cognitive impairment or psychiatric disorders.
* Individuals who are able to use Facebook and who agree to participate in the study and provide written informed consent.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Individuals who do not have a diagnosis of MG.
* Patients who are unable to communicate adequately in Mandarin, Taiwanese, English, or written form.
* Individuals with head trauma, psychiatric symptoms, or cognitive impairment that may interfere with verbal expression.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Change in the indicator of mental health BMI on well-being (mBMI) Score from baseline to post-intervention