Evaluating an Online Health Program to Improve Diet and Self-Care in Adults with Rheumatological and Mood Disorders

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the effectiveness of an online health program aimed at improving diet and self-care among adults with various rheumatological conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogrens syndrome, systemic lupus erythematosus, mixed connective tissue disease, psoriatic arthritis, as well as mood disorders including anxiety and moderate depression. The study also seeks to understand the challenges and supports in using this online wellness program to reduce fatigue and improve quality of life for these patients. Participants will be randomized into two groups one receiving immediate access and another with delayed access after 12 weeks to the Creating Health Online Course. The course includes audio and video materials covering diet plans like the modified Paleolithic elimination diet, nutrient-dense vegetarian, and Mediterranean diets, alongside modules on exercise, stress management, resilience, supplements, light therapy, detoxification, sleep, and other health strategies. The program is delivered entirely online through a secure platform and involves exercises and personal assessments designed to enhance learning and self-care. The study is conducted fully online with three virtual visits at 0, 3, and 6 months where participants complete questionnaires assessing fatigue, quality of life, dietary habits, mood, anxiety, sleep, loneliness, and cognitive function. Participants are encouraged to work with their healthcare providers to tailor the courses recommendations. Data is collected at baseline, 3 months, and 6 months to analyze the programs impact on health outcomes in these populations.

Creating Health Course Study for People With Rheumatological Conditions and Mood Disorders