What is this study trying to understand?
Based on the public registry summary, this study is trying to understand: The admission of a patient to an intensive care unit (ICU) is associated with high levels of acute stress, anxiety, and depression among relatives, as well as extreme emotions such as fear, guilt, distress, and helplessness. In addition to these emotions, relatives also. The study team can confirm the exact objective and what it means for you.
What is a behavioral study?
This appears to be a behavioral / psychological / psychosocial study involving Standard of Care (SOC), Video capsules, Cartoon, Virtual reality, Set of "end-of-life and grief" informational and educational tools. Phase is mainly useful to check for medication studies and some device studies.
Who might this study be for?
This study may concern people with ptsd; age range: Over 18 Years. The criteria appear strict, but you should not assume you are eligible. The study team must confirm diagnosis, age, exclusions, available locations, and next steps.
What would I likely need to do?
You may take part in sessions or exercises related to habits, thoughts, emotions, or behaviors.
Could this study affect my mood, habits, motivation, or stress?
Behavioral studies can involve habits, emotions, motivation, stress, sleep, or ways of thinking. Ask whether the intervention could affect your mood or stress, and who to contact if you feel worse. For any mental health study, also ask who to contact if you feel worse, whether participation may affect current treatment, whether you can stop, and who confirms eligibility.
What practical constraints should I expect?
The likely practical burden appears very high. Things to check include multiple visits or assessments. Ask the study team about duration, visits, possible compensation, data access, and what happens if you want to stop.
Who is behind this study?
This study is sponsored by Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris, which appears to be unknown or unclear. If available, it can be useful to check the sponsor website, collaborators, investigator affiliation, and the official registry before deciding. HopeStage does not judge the quality of a sponsor or researcher, but helps you identify what to verify.
Can I still join this study?
The public registry lists this study as not yet recruiting. Check the official record and ask the research team when recruitment may open.
