Siblings of children with cancer: needs and grief
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This study looks at the needs and feelings of grief in siblings of children with cancer, before the child passes away. It aims to understand what support siblings might need during this difficult time.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 12 and 24 years old.
- You have a brother or sister who has childhood cancer.
- You speak Swedish.
- Your brother or sister is still alive (this study is for siblings who have not lost their sibling to cancer).
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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