Functional Social Support in COPD Self-Management

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Conditions studied: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

In brief

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.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT07353034

Run by

Medical University of South Carolina

People needed

111

Starts

2025-09-26

Expected to finish

2026-07-20

Last updated by the study team

2026-07-17

Who can join

Age: 40 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Age ≥40
• Self-reported COPD diagnosis or treatment
• English-speaking
• Internet access

You may not qualify if…

• History of psychosis or severe mental illness
• Ongoing substance abuse
• Other chronic respiratory conditions (e.g., lung cancer, asthma)

Where it is running

• Medical University of South Carolina — Charleston, South Carolina, United States (enrolling)

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