RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06172907

A Dyadic Intervention for Young Adult Patients With Cancer and Their Partner Caregivers

Sponsor

Massachusetts General Hospital

Enrollment

20 participants

Start Date

Apr 19, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Cancer Survivorship Psychological Distress Caregiver Burden Coping Skills Couples

Summary

The purpose of this pilot study is to examine the feasibility and acceptability of a brief psychotherapy intervention to improve psychosocial coping and maintain couple relationships among young adults (aged 25-39) with cancer and their caregiving partners.

Eligibility

Min Age: 25 YearsMax Age: 39 Years

Plain Language Summary

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This clinical trial is studying a behavioral approach called Young Adults Coping with Cancer Together Intervention for people with cancer, caregiver burden, and other related conditions. The study is currently recruiting participants at 4 locations. People eligible for this study include aged 25 Years to 39 Years.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALYoung Adults Coping with Cancer Together Intervention

This intervention is based on cognitive-behavioral therapy and couples' therapy. It aims to improve cancer and caregiving-related self-efficacy and coping, as well as promote relationship maintenance in context of cancer. The intervention will be delivered by a trained mental health practitioner and include didactics, experiential exercises, and home practice.