RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07284030

Psychoeducation and Well-Being After Breast Cancer

The Effect of a Web-Based Supportive Psychoeducation Program on Psychological Well-Being, Quality of Life and Fear of Recurrence Applied to Patients Who Completed Active Breast Cancer Treatment

Sponsor

Yasemin Nazli

Enrollment

72 participants

Start Date

May 1, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Breast Cancer Breast Cancer Survivors Breast - Female Psycho-Oncology

Summary

This randomized controlled trial evaluates the effectiveness of a web-based psychoeducation program on psychological well-being and quality of life in breast cancer survivors who completed active treatment at least one year earlier. Seventy-two women will be randomly assigned to either a 6-week online psychoeducation program plus standard care or standard care alone. The intervention consists of weekly 30-45 minute online sessions focusing on coping strategies, psychosocial adjustment, quality of life, and psychological well-being. Primary outcomes include psychological well-being, fear of cancer recurrence, quality of life, and hopelessness, assessed at baseline, post-intervention, and 2-month follow-up.

Eligibility

Sex: FEMALEMin Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 65 Years

Inclusion Criteria8

Female breast cancer survivors
Completed active breast cancer treatment (surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy) at least 12 months ago
Currently in remission (no evidence of active disease)
Age between 18-65 years
Able to read and write Turkish
Access to computer or smartphone with internet connection
Able to participate in online video sessions via Zoom
Willing to provide informed consent

Exclusion Criteria8

Current cancer recurrence or metastatic disease
Active psychiatric disorder requiring treatment
Cognitive impairment that prevents participation in online sessions
Currently receiving active cancer treatment (excluding hormonal therapy)
Participation in another psychosocial intervention study
No internet access or inability to use web-based platforms
Male breast cancer patients
Unable to commit to 6-week program schedule

Interventions

BEHAVIORALWeb-Based Psychoeducation Program

Six-week structured psychoeducation program delivered online through www.onkodestek.org website and weekly Zoom sessions. Topics include living with breast cancer, managing psychosocial issues, improving quality of life, psychological well-being, and finding hope and meaning. Each session lasts 30-45 minutes.