U.S., Jan. 21 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07353034) titled 'Functional Social Support in COPD Self-Management' on Jan. 13.
Brief Summary: This observational study aims to examine how different types of functional social support (emotional/informational, tangible, affectionate, and positive social interaction) predict self-management capacity among individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The study includes a quantitative cross-sectional survey and qualitative semi-structured interviews (N=20) to explore barriers and facilitators to adequate social support. Findings will inform the development of targeted self-management interventions for COPD patients.
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