Peer Support for Young People with Sickle Cell Pain
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Brain & nervous system, Genetic & congenital, Pain clinical trials.
This study is testing a peer support program for teens and young adults (ages 16–30) with sickle cell disease who have chronic pain. You'll connect with a trained peer supporter through your smartphone to learn pain coping skills and get support.
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Who can take part
- You are between 16 and 30 years old
- You have a diagnosis of sickle cell disease (any type)
- You have chronic pain most days, or you take pain medicine or get other pain treatment most days (4 or more days per week for at least 3 months)
- You have a smartphone (iPhone or Android) with internet access
- You speak and read English
- You have not had a stem cell (bone marrow) transplant for sickle cell disease
Quick eligibility check
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