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New treatment option for Schizophrenia
Official title Efficiency Assessment of BREFORM. A Multicentric Stepped-wedge Randomized Control Trial.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05036590
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- In psychiatry, caregiver burden is associated with excess physical and psychological morbidity in relatives of patients with schizophrenic disorders Single or multi-family psychoeducation for caregivers of patients with schizophrenic disorders or first episode psychosis has a direct benefit on the health of the caregiver and an indirect benefit on the health of the ill family member. It is associated with a reduction in the rate of relapse and re-hospitalization and with better compliance with treatment.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- people over 18yo
- first-degree relatives (parents, siblings, children) or spouse of the patient
- primary caregiver of a patient with schizophrenic disorders or first psychotic episode (DSM5)
- consenting to participate to the study
You likely can't join if
- mental disorder on Axis I
- having already benefited from a family intervention such as psychoeducation
- caring for several people with severe psychiatric disorders
- receiving income for the caring activities
- being legally responsible of the patient
- having difficulty understanding fluent French
See the full eligibility criteria
- people over 18yo
- first-degree relatives (parents, siblings, children) or spouse of the patient
- primary caregiver of a patient with schizophrenic disorders or first psychotic episode (DSM5)
- consenting to participate to the study
- mental disorder on Axis I
- having already benefited from a family intervention such as psychoeducation
- caring for several people with severe psychiatric disorders
- receiving income for the caring activities
- being legally responsible of the patient
- having difficulty understanding fluent French
- illiterate
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Bron, France
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Bron, France. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.