Plain-English translation of NCT07353034 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study is exploring an important question: does the kind of social support you have around you help you manage your COPD more effectively? Researchers want to understand four different types of support — emotional encouragement, practical help, affection, and having fun with others — and how each one affects your ability to care for yourself. The findings will help doctors design better programs to support COPD patients.
Many people with COPD struggle to manage their condition on their own. This research exists because scientists believe that having the right kind of support from family and friends could make a real difference in how well people take care of themselves, but no one has fully studied which types of support matter most.
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You would complete an online survey about your COPD, the support you receive from others, and how you manage your condition day-to-day. Some participants (about 20 out of 111) will also be invited to participate in a one-on-one interview where you can talk in more detail about what helps or gets in the way of receiving good support. The study takes place over time but is not a long-term commitment.
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United States
Enrollment target
~111 participants
Started
September 2025
Primary completion
April 2026
This trial's estimated completion date has passed — the record may not be fully up to date.
Age range
40 Years and older
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in July 2026.
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