Death education for family caregivers of advanced cancer patients
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This study tests a program to help family caregivers talk about death with their loved one who has advanced cancer. It may help caregivers feel more prepared and supported.
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Who can take part
- You are the main family caregiver for a person with advanced (stage III or IV) cancer who has started treatment and likely has 3+ months to live.
- You are 18 or older and have been helping with daily care, communication with doctors, or financial support for at least the past month.
- You rarely or never talk with the patient about death or dying and would like help having those conversations.
- You can read and write in Chinese (traditional or simplified) for the program materials.
- You are not a paid caregiver, and you are not currently in another talk therapy 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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