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A randomized controlled trial evaluating the effectiveness of a self-management program for adolescents with a
Jaunna Gauci1,2, Jacqueline Bloomfield3, Sharon Lawn4
1Department of Adolescent Medicine, The Children's Hospital at Westmead, Locked Bag 4001, Westmead, Sydney, NSW, 2145, Australia. jane.gauci@health.nsw.gov.au.
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|October 5, 2022
Summary
This study tests a self-management program for adolescents with chronic conditions transitioning to adult care. The Flinders Program aims to improve therapy adherence and health outcomes in this under-researched group.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Health
- Adolescent Medicine
- Chronic Disease Management
Background:
- Adolescents with chronic conditions face challenges in self-management during transition to adult care.
- Therapy adherence is a significant barrier for young individuals with conditions like cystic fibrosis, diabetes, or asthma.
- Existing self-management reviews primarily focus on adult populations, leaving a gap for adolescent-specific interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a modified, adolescent-friendly self-management program for individuals aged 15-18 years.
- To provide evidence for self-management programs tailored to adolescents with chronic conditions.
- To adapt and test the Flinders Program for this specific age group transitioning to adult healthcare.
Main Methods:
- A prospective randomized controlled trial comparing usual care to a modified Flinders Program plus usual care.
- Participants (15-18 years) with chronic conditions were randomized.
- Data collected included illness control, hospital admissions, self-management competencies, quality of life, and self-efficacy over 12 months.
Main Results:
- This section is not available in the provided abstract.
Conclusions:
- The study aims to enhance understanding of effective self-management program components for adolescents with chronic conditions.
- It addresses critical knowledge gaps concerning self-management in this demographic.
- Findings will inform the development of an adolescent version of the Flinders Program, in collaboration with Flinders University.
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