Can a simple workshop program help the most vulnerable manage chronic illness?
NCT ID NCT03840447
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a 6-week self-management program for people with chronic diseases who also face socioeconomic challenges. The program involved six weekly workshops led by a professional and a peer volunteer, aiming to empower participants to take control of their health. Researchers enrolled 235 adults across five European countries and measured changes in quality of life and health status after six months.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Chronic Disease Self-Management Programme (behavioral intervention)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could show that a low-cost, peer-led workshop program helps vulnerable people better manage chronic conditions, potentially reducing health inequalities.
- What could go wrong
- This is a completed study with 235 participants, but results are not yet widely reported. The program may not work equally well across different countries or health systems, and self-reported quality of life measures can be subjective.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Rheumatology department
Montpellier, 34295, France
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