Siblings' experiences when a brother or sister is in the ICU
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study explores what it's like for children and teenagers when their brother or sister is in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). By talking with siblings, researchers hope to better understand their feelings and needs.
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Who can take part
- You are between 9 and 18 years old.
- Your brother or sister is currently in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) at Necker-Enfants Malades or Robert Debré hospitals.
- Your parent or guardian agrees to let you participate, and you want to take part too.
- You speak French well enough to have a conversation.
- You do not have a severe intellectual disability that would make it hard to talk about your experiences.
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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