Exploring Life Factors in Multiple Sclerosis Patients

Care in Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

Recruiting Observational Study
Multiple Sclerosis
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. No Study Drug Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
300 (estimated)
Sponsor
NYU Langone Health · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for individuals with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis, particularly from Black, Hispanic, or low-income backgrounds. Participants will take part in interviews and assessments to understand how childhood experiences and environment affect their health and quality of life.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am aged 18-29 years
  • I have been diagnosed with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis
  • I self-identify as Black, Hispanic, or impoverished
  • I am fluent in English or Spanish
  • My multiple sclerosis started after I turned 18 or before I turned 18 and I am now 18-25 years old
  • I have had multiple sclerosis for less than 8 years

You may not be able to join if

  • I have primary or secondary progressive multiple sclerosis
  • I cannot give my consent to participate
  • I have had a relapse of MS within the last 30 days
  • I have another major neurologic or psychiatric illness

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
This study is structured around three main aims. In Aim 1, investigators will conduct community-based participatory research (CBPR) to develop culturally tailored methods to assess childhood adversity in multiple sclerosis (MS). Aim 2 will investigate the impact of childhood adversity on MS outcomes among individuals with relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS), among whom 70% belong to a group historical…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Aim 1 - * aged ≥18-29 years * diagnosis of RRMS (Fulfill international criteria for relapsing remitting (RRMS)) * 70% self-identifying as a Black, Hispanic, or poverty-impacted (up to 138% of the federal poverty level) individual,and * fluent in English or Spanish. Aim 2 - * …
Contacts

Taj Adams

646-501-7528

Taj.Adams@nyulangone.org

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Josselyn Zavaka

646-501-7504

Josselyn.Zavala@nyulangone.org

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