Could a simple questionnaire help stressed parents of sick kids get the support they need?
NCT ID NCT07136584
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether giving parents of children with chronic conditions a mental health questionnaire during clinic visits is practical and helpful. About 100 parents will fill out the survey and receive a list of support services. Researchers will follow up at 3 and 6 months to see if parents found it acceptable and if they used any services.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- mental health screening questionnaire and information resource sheet
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to a simple way for hospitals to routinely check on caregiver mental health and connect them with support.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small feasibility study, not designed to prove the approach improves mental health. It may not work in other clinics or with different caregivers.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Outpatient clinics - Royal Children's Hospital
RECRUITINGParkville, Victoria, 3052, Australia
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