Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus

This study tests whether adding a health navigator to pediatric lupus care teams helps more children receive recommended blood pressure checks and treatments. The trial involves 16 pediatric lupus clinics, which will be randomly assigned to different implementation strategies. Re…

This study tests whether a specialized cognitive behavioral therapy called TEACH can improve mental health and well-being in adolescents with childhood-onset lupus. Researchers will measure changes in brain function, blood markers of inflammation, and symptoms like depression, fa…

This study tests a new online program called TEAM-LEADS designed to help teens and young adults (ages 13-22) with lupus or dermatomyositis reduce stress and improve heart-healthy behaviors like diet, exercise, and sleep. The program is self-guided and completed online. The study …

This study looks at 70 children and teens with juvenile lupus to check for early signs of heart disease using an ultrasound of the neck artery. Researchers will see if things like cholesterol, blood pressure, and lupus activity are linked to artery thickness. No treatment is give…