Functional Social Support in COPD Self-Management

NCT07353034 | Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: Pro00145926
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 111
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

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.

Conditions

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Keywords

Social Support; Self-Management Capacity; Chronic Disease Management; Behavioral Health; Psychosocial Support

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Self-management capacity

  Measured using the Chronic Respiratory Disease Questionnaire (CRQ) - Mastery domain; score range 1-7, where higher scores indicate greater perceived control over COPD symptoms.

  At enrollment (single time point)

Secondary Outcomes (3)

• Functional social support subdomains

  At enrollment

• Structural social support

  At enrollment

• Symptom severity

  At enrollment

Study Arms (1)

COPD Adults (≥40 years)

Adults aged 40 years and older with a self-reported diagnosis or treatment for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). All participants will complete an online survey; a subset will participate in qualitative interviews.

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 40 Years+
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)
• Sampling Method: Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

Adults aged 40 years and older with a self-reported diagnosis or treatment for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Participants must be English-speaking and have internet access to complete an online survey and, if selected, participate in a qualitative interview. Recruitment will occur through the Medical University of South Carolina health system and COPD Foundation online platforms.

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)

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Medical University of South Carolina: lead

Study Sites (1)

Medical University of South Carolina

Charleston, South Carolina, 29425, United States

RECRUITING

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Lung Diseases, Obstructive; Lung Diseases; Respiratory Tract Diseases; Chronic Disease; Disease Attributes; Pathologic Processes; Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms

Study Officials

• Emily Morgan, BSN, RN, CEN

  Medical University of South Carolina

  PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: COHORT
• Time Perspective: CROSS SECTIONAL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: SPONSOR

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: January 13, 2026
• First Posted: January 20, 2026
• Study Start: September 26, 2025
• Primary Completion (Estimated): June 30, 2026
• Study Completion (Estimated): June 30, 2026
• Last Updated: January 20, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-01

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

US (1)