RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT04537936

Psychotherapy Intervention for Latinos With Adv Cancer

Adaptation and Pilot Feasibility of a Psychotherapy Intervention for Latinos With Advanced Cancer

Sponsor

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Enrollment

117 participants

Start Date

Jan 1, 2019

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Solid Tumor Solid Tumor, Adult Solid Tumor, Unspecified, Adult

Summary

The purpose of this study is to adapt a counseling intervention called Meaning Centered Psychotherapy to make it culturally relevant for Latinos. Cancer affects patients and their loved ones. Latinos often experience greater challenges due to the cancer. However, few studies and interventions focus on Latinos. We are interested in understanding what affects Latino patients' quality of life, and how to improve it

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying a behavioral approach called Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy - Spiritual Well-Being Scale, a behavioral approach called Meaning Centered Psychotherapy for Latinos, and others for people with solid tumor, solid tumor, adult, and other related conditions. The study is currently recruiting participants at 4 locations. People eligible for this study include aged 18 Years and older.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALMeaning Centered Psychotherapy for Latinos

MCP-L consists of seven-60 minute-individual sessions. The seven sessions are expected to be delivered every week or every two weeks over a span of 7-14 weeks.

BEHAVIORALFunctional Assessment of Cancer Therapy - Spiritual Well-Being Scale

Determines the degree of spiritual well-being

BEHAVIORALMeaning Centered Psychotherapy for Latinos for Waitlist Control Patients

Waitlist Control Patients in the control condition will be allocated to a waitlist group to receive the intervention approximately three months after randomization.

BEHAVIORALPre-assessment questionnaire

Which includes 10 standardized scales Assessment/Evaluation Plan, Phase 1, 4 - Quantitative Measure Questionnaire).The interview guide will inquire about the comprehension and acceptability of, and alternative options for, these intervention components.