Talk therapy to help with ovarian cancer
Part of Cancer, Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests a type of talk therapy (called CALM-TF) designed to help people with ovarian cancer cope with stress and difficult emotions. It is for those who are newly diagnosed or whose cancer has come back.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have been diagnosed with stage III or IV ovarian cancer, or your ovarian cancer has come back (recurred) within the last six months.
- You can speak and read English.
- You are able to give your permission to participate (informed consent).
- You do not have severe mental health conditions that would make it hard to take part, and you are not currently in regular talk therapy.
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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