Online toolkit for cancer distress in rural older adults
Part of Cancer, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a web-based toolkit designed to help older cancer survivors living in rural areas manage emotional distress and anxiety. It also includes a caregiver who will participate alongside the survivor.
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Who can take part
- You are age 65 or older
- You live in a rural area
- You have been diagnosed with any type of cancer and have finished your main treatment (like surgery, chemo, or radiation)
- You feel some emotional distress or anxiety related to your cancer
- You have a caregiver (like a family member or friend) who is willing to take part in the study with you
- You have access to a computer, smartphone, or tablet
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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