Parenting support for families facing advanced cancer
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This study tests a program to help parents with advanced cancer support their children and manage family life during treatment. It may help you feel more confident as a parent while coping with cancer.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with cancer that has spread (metastatic) or come back in the same area, and you are currently getting treatment.
- You are at least 18 years old.
- You have at least one child between the ages of 4 and 17 who lives with you.
- You have a spouse or partner who is over 18 and helps raise your children (they must also agree to join the study).
- You and your partner can read and speak English, and you have internet access.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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