Resilience program for teens and young adults with sickle cell disease
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Genetic & congenital clinical trials.
This study tests a program called PRISM that helps teens and young adults with sickle cell disease build resilience and manage stress, anxiety, or depression. You may be eligible if you have sickle cell disease and feel down or worried.
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Who can take part
- You are between 8 and 25 years old.
- You have sickle cell disease (any type like SS, SC, or S-Beta Thalassemia).
- You get your medical care at the DFCI/BCH Blood Disorders Center.
- You have mild to moderate symptoms of depression or anxiety on a screening questionnaire.
- You can speak and read English or Spanish.
- You are able to take part in group sessions and fill out surveys.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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