RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06305741

A Study of an Anxiety Intervention for Latino/Latina/Hispanic Older Adults With Cancer and Their Caregivers

Managing Anxiety From Cancer (MAC): Evaluation of a Tailored Anxiety Intervention for Latino Older Adults With Cancer and Their Caregivers

Sponsor

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Enrollment

60 participants

Start Date

Mar 5, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Cancer Patients Care Givers

Summary

The purpose of this study is to find out if an anxiety treatment program is practical and effective for Latino older adults with cancer (OACs) and their caregivers.

Eligibility

Min Age: 40 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study tests an anxiety management program designed specifically for older Latino/Hispanic adults with cancer and their caregivers, aiming to reduce cancer-related anxiety and improve overall well-being for both patients and the people who care for them. **You may be eligible if you are a patient who...** - Are 65 years or older - Identify as Latino and/or Hispanic - Are currently receiving cancer treatment or completed treatment within the past 18 months - Have an informal caregiver (unpaid family member or friend, age 40+) willing to participate — or can participate alone if no caregiver is available **You may be eligible if you are a caregiver who...** - Are 40 years or older - Provide unpaid support to a Latino/Hispanic older adult with cancer **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You do not identify as Latino or Hispanic (patient) - You are under 65 (patient) or under 40 (caregiver) - You have serious health conditions that prevent participation Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

OTHERManaging Anxiety from Cancer (MAC)

The intervention, MAC, is a seven-session (45-60 minutes per session) psychotherapy intervention delivered via videoconference and/or telephone by licensed social workers OR at least a Master's level (or enrolled in a doctorate program) advanced trainees in mental health fields.