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Can a Built-In support pathway ease the hidden toll on siblings of medically complex kids?

NCT ID NCT07756502

Symptom relief Sponsor: The Hospital for Sick Children Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 10, 2026 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This pilot study tests a new model of mental health support for siblings aged 10-17 of children with medical complexity. The model uses screening and assessments by social workers, who can provide talk therapy or refer to a child psychiatrist for diagnosis and treatment. The goal is to see if this integrated, proactive approach is feasible and helpful for siblings who often take on caregiving roles and may face increased anxiety and depression.

What this could mean

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Active substance
A stepped-care mental health support model involving screening, social work assessment and psychotherapy, and referral to child psychiatry for diagnosis and treatment.
What this could lead to
If this model works, it could create a practical, integrated pathway to identify and support siblings who are struggling, potentially reducing depression and anxiety in this overlooked group.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study, so results may not be definitive. The model's success depends on uptake and feasibility, and it may not be effective for all siblings or generalizable to other settings.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

About 63 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Sep 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Sep 2028

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

10 to 17 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Have a sibling with medical complexity followed by the SickKids Complex Care program * Age 10 to 17 (inclusive) * Capable of completing the study measures independently or with the help of translation services Exclusion Criteria: \- Siblings who do not meet the three inclusion criteria

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

mental disorder psychiatric disorder Psychological Well-Being

As listed by the trial registrant

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Children with medical complexity (CMC) Mental health Siblings

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