Multiple Sclerosis
Conditions
Brief summary
This study aims to test the efficacy of the EverydayMatters Multiple Sclerosis (MS) program for individuals age 45 or older living with multiple sclerosis. The program involves a 6-week telephone-delivered program to promote resilience and happiness for individuals living with MS.
Interventions
BEHAVIORALEverydayMatters
Sponsors
University of Washington
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Masking
SINGLE (Outcomes Assessor)
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
45 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* 45 years of age * Diagnosis of multiple sclerosis * regular access to the phone and internet * willing to join a moderated group on MSConnection.org
Exclusion criteria
* under 45 years of age * no diagnosis of multiple sclerosis * no access to the phone or internet * unwilling to join moderated group on MSConnection
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Change in Resilience using Connor Davidson Resilience Scale (brief) | 6 weeks | 10-item self-report measure of resilience. |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Change in positive affect and well being using the Quality of Life in Neurological Disorders (NeuroQoL) Positive Affect and Well-Being Short Form | 6 weeks | 9-item self report measure |
| Change in Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Satisfaction with Social Roles Short Form | 6 weeks | 4-item self-reported measure of satisfaction with participation in social roles and activities |
| Change in disease-management self-efficacy using the University of Washington Self-Efficacy Scale | 6 weeks | 6-item self-report measure of self-efficacy for disability management |
Outcome results
None listed