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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
1,000 (estimated)
Sponsor
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for adults who have congenital heart disease and want to help researchers learn about the connection between heart health, psychological trauma, and PTSD. Participants will complete surveys online to share their experiences and feelings.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
I have been diagnosed with congenital heart disease
I am 18 years or older
I am enrolled in the CHI registry
I can complete surveys in English
I have access to the internet
You may not be able to join if
I am under 18 years old
I do not have a diagnosis of congenital heart disease
I am not enrolled in the CHI registry
I cannot access the internet
I have opted out of the study
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The purpose of this study, entitled "Psychological trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, and resilience in adults with congenital heart disease in a large population sample", is to evaluate for exposures during a lifetime with congenital heart disease that may be associated with higher likelihood of developing PTSD.
Primary aim:
\- Identify individual patient characteristics (medical, psychoso…
The purpose of this study, entitled "Psychological trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, and resilience in adults with congenital heart disease in a large population sample", is to evaluate for exposures during a lifetime with congenital heart disease that may be associated with higher likelihood of developing PTSD.
Primary aim:
\- Identify individual patient characteristics (medical, psychosocial, socioeconomic, etc.) that are associated with a diagnosis of PTSD.
Secondary aims:
* Calculate the prevalence of those meeting PTSD criteria in the ACHD population using the "gold standard" diagnostic clinician interview, while using the same data to validate a PTSD screening self-report survey in the ACHD population.
* Determine the role of resilience in ACHD patients using a validated screening survey to assess its protective role toward PTSD.
Hypotheses:
* There are certain exposures (e.g. post-surgical pain, ICU delirium, bullying due to CHD) that are associated with a higher incidence and odds of meeting PTSD criteria.
* "Gold standard" diagnostic interviews will most accurately estimate the prevalence of PTSD in ACHD which has been overestimated on prior screening-based studies, although the scope of the problem is still great.
* Patients with a higher resilience score will show an association with a lower risk of PTSD.
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Congenital heart disease diagnosis, age \>= 18 years
* Enrolled in CHI registry
* English proficiency for survey completion
* Access to an internet connection. Can be via computer or handheld device.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Any who opt out
* Age \< 18 years
* No diagnosis of c…
Inclusion Criteria:
* Congenital heart disease diagnosis, age \>= 18 years
* Enrolled in CHI registry
* English proficiency for survey completion
* Access to an internet connection. Can be via computer or handheld device.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Any who opt out
* Age \< 18 years
* No diagnosis of congenital heart disease
* Not enrolled in CHI registry/unable to access Internet
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