A novel online program for fatigue; a feasibility study
Research type
Research Study
Full title
A novel online program for fatigue; a feasibility study
IRAS ID
246730
Contact name
Alicia/M Hughes
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
King’s College London
Duration of Study in the UK
2 years, 9 months, 31 days
Research summary
Research has shown that Long Term Conditions (LTC’s) are associated with high levels of fatigue, depression, anxiety, distress and disability. Unhelpful or negative thinking styles may play a role in the perpetuation and maintenance of symptoms of fatigue and distress. This study aims to develop more positive, adaptive thinking styles using an online training program.
Prior to this study, suitable materials will be developed and the program tested using qualitative methods and think aloud techniques.
The feasibility study of the online program will start with individuals with Chronic Fatigue (CF) including both patients with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) and idiopathic chronic fatigue (ICF). We will use qualitative and quantitative methods to explore the acceptability, feasibility and effectiveness of the program. We will make revisions to the program based on the outcomes and feedback from this phase.
We will also recruit other populations of people with long term physical health conditions, who experience high levels of fatigue (e.g. cancer and multiple sclerosis).
Participants will complete 12 sessions of the computerised training programme (4 sessions per week, over 3 weeks) with each session lasting approximately 20 minutes. All sessions will be completed at home, online on a computer or tablet. Questionnaire based assessments will be completed before and after the 12 training sessions and at 1-month and 3-month follow-ups.REC name
London - Camden & Kings Cross Research Ethics Committee
REC reference
19/LO/1430
Date of REC Opinion
23 Sep 2019
REC opinion
Favourable Opinion