Supportive talk therapy for advanced cancer symptoms
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests a supportive talk therapy program (called Engage) delivered via video calls. It aims to help people with advanced cancer manage tough symptoms like pain, fatigue, and distress and improve daily functioning.
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Who can take part
- You have stage IV breast, prostate, lung, or colorectal cancer.
- You have had at least two symptoms (like pain, tiredness, or distress) that you rate as a 3 or higher out of 10 in the past week.
- These symptoms interfere with your daily life at a level of 3 or higher out of 10.
- You are 18 or older and can speak and read English.
- You can use video technology (like a computer or smartphone) for telehealth visits.
- You have not had certain types of talk therapy for cancer symptoms in the last 6 months.
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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