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NCT Number: NCT00726076

Managing Epilepsy Well- WebEase Project

The purpose of this study is to test a computer program for people with epilepsy. The program was developed to help people with epilepsy improve their self-management skills for taking medications, reducing stress, and sleeping well.

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Key information

Conditions

Epilepsy Brain Diseases Central Nervous System Diseases Nervous System Diseases

Age range

18 year and older

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University

Atlanta, Georgia, 30322, United States

About this study

WebEase is an internet self-management program for people with epilepsy. Our goal is to offer a program that supports the management of epilepsy by people with epilepsy. The program is based on proven techniques of motivational interviewing and stages of change. Before offering WebEase to the general public, we tested the program among volunteers with epilepsy. We recruited individuals with epilepsy who were willing to use the program.

The program was developed by a team of researchers and physicians who treat patients with epilepsy. The program offers information on three major topics: 1) medication taking, 2) stress and 3) sleep management as it relates to epilepsy. It includes quizzes, fact sheets, and links to other authoritative websites on epilepsy.

Before beginning the study, each participant completed a brief survey about medications, stress, and sleep. Then participants worked through the WebEase program. WebEase consists of three modules: medication, stress, and sleep. Each module lasts 2 weeks, and includes an interactive session geared specifically to each person's needs. During the study, each participant kept a diary of medications, stress, sleep, and seizures, which allowed them to see changes over time. After completing the WebEase program, participants completed two more brief surveys about six weeks apart. About half of the participants were asked to complete two surveys about 6 weeks apart before beginning the WebEase program. These individuals completed one survey after the end of the program.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Be 18 years of age or older
  • Understand and speak English
  • Have been diagnosed with epilepsy
  • Have been on an antiepileptic medication (AED) for at least 3 months
  • Have access to the internet
  • Be willing to participate
  • Have not participated in WebEase in the past

Exclusion criteria

  • Under age 18
  • Unable to understand and speak English
  • Have NOT been diagnosed with epilepsy
  • Have NOT been on an AED for at least 3 months
  • Not willing to participate
  • Have participated in WebEase in the past

Treatment and study plan

WebEase

Behavioral

Computer-based epilepsy self-management program

The Treatment Group received the WebEase Intervention immediately after completing the Baseline Assessment

Primary outcomes

  1. Epilepsy self-management: medication adherence, stress level, and sleep quality

    Time frame: Baseline- 6 weeks- 12 weeks

Secondary outcomes

  1. Seizure frequency

    Time frame: Baseline- 6 weeks- 12 weeks

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Emory University

Other

Collaborators

  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Registry information

Official study title

Managing Epilepsy Well: Self-Management Intervention Research-Coordinating Center

Important dates

Study start
2008
Primary completion
2010
Study completion
2010
First posted
Jul 31, 2008
Registry last updated
Dec 11, 2013

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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