Mindfulness for breathing distress in lung cancer
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests a mindfulness-based program to help lung cancer patients manage breathing difficulty and other symptoms. It aims to reduce distress and improve daily life.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older and speak Cantonese
- You have lung cancer, small cell lung cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, or mesothelioma
- You feel that breathlessness and at least one other symptom (like cough or tiredness) affect your daily life
- You are able to undergo an fMRI brain scan
- Your doctor estimates you have more than 6 months to live
- You are not currently in another mindfulness or psychological support program
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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