Online buddies ease caregiver burden in rare disease study
NCT ID NCT05070624
First seen May 08, 2026 ยท Last updated May 08, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether virtual peer support helps family caregivers of people with neuromuscular disease feel more in control and less isolated. About 100 Canadian caregivers joined online sessions with trained peer mentors who also care for someone with the same condition. The goal was to see if this support improves caregivers' sense of mastery and competence.
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The Hospital for Sick Children
Toronto, Ontario, M5G 1X8, Canada
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