A couple-based psychological intervention for chronic fatigue syndrome

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• Conditions: Chronic fatigue syndrome; Nervous System Diseases

• Registration Number: ISRCTN16045700
• Lead Sponsor: South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2017-10-12
• Last Update Posted: 3 February 2020
• Study Completion: 2020-12-31

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Ongoing
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 20

Inclusion Criteria

1. Diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) made by a GP or other appropriate health professional. The research team will check that a) the participant has had the relevant medical tests to rule out alternative diagnoses in line with the NICE guidelines for CFS, and b) that the participant's symptoms meet the Oxford criteria for CFS.
2. Patient must be in a committed relationship with a duration of at least 6 months
3. Patient and partner must be willing to engage in a couple-based intervention
4. Over 18 years of age

Exclusion Criteria

1. Primary alcohol or drug misuse problem
2. Current psychotic illness
3. Insufficient command of the English language to be able to engage in therapy
4. Illness severity (CFS or other) that would prevent regular attendance of therapy sessions in an outpatient setting
5. Risk to self or others that would be difficult to manage in a primary care setting

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified