Study seeks to understand experience of peer support for those with SCI

A study out of Carleton University is seeking participants with a spinal cord injury in order to learn more about the experience with peer support among such individuals living with SCI. Specifically, the study aims to find out what aspects of peer relationships people find most (or least) valuable, how these relationships relate to well-being, and whether any aspects of these relationships have changed, and how, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The organizers of the study seek individuals with SCI who are 18 years or older and receive support from others living with a spinal cord injury (formally or informally). All participants will be entered to win 1 of 3 $50 gift cards. The survey can be completed online by following this anonymous link. It can also be completed over the phone with assistance by contacting the lead researcher via e-mail: joy.mcleod@carleton.ca This study has received clearance by the Carleton University Research Ethics Board-B (114704) and is being supervised by Dr. Chris Davis (chris.davis@carleton.ca).