Meaning-centered therapy for cancer caregivers
Part of Cancer, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a type of therapy that helps caregivers find meaning and cope with the stress of caring for someone with advanced cancer. It is done online, so you can join from home.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are currently caring for someone with stage 3 or 4 solid tumor cancer (like lung, breast, or colon cancer).
- You feel distress related to caregiving (a score of 4 or more on a simple distress scale).
- You can read and understand English.
- You live in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, or Florida, or can join online sessions from one of those states.
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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