RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT05336318

Peer2Me: A Peer Supported Program for Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Patients

Evaluation of a Peer Supported Program for Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Patients


Sponsor

University of Leipzig

Enrollment

180 participants

Start Date

Jan 1, 2021

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The present bicentric study has the aim to investigate the effectiveness of the peer supported mentoring program 'Peer2Me' with regard to psychosocial parameters using a prospective Comprehensive Cohort Design. Over a period of three months, acutely ill patients in the intervention group are accompanied by a mentor with the same disease and of similar age. Patients in the control group receive a one-time consultation. Before and after the intervention, mentors and mentees are interviewed about their psychosocial distress and quality of life.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 39 Years

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This clinical trial is studying a behavioral approach called Peer support for people with cancer and psychosocial problem. The study is currently recruiting participants at 2 locations. People eligible for this study include aged 18 Years to 39 Years.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALPeer support

patients were supported by a mentor


Locations(2)

University Medical Center Leipzig

Leipzig, Saxony, Germany

University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Department of Medical Psychology

Hamburg, Germany

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