Reducing fear of cancer recurrence with metacognitive therapy
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a talking therapy called metacognitive therapy to help cancer survivors manage and reduce their fear of cancer returning. It focuses on changing unhelpful thinking patterns that can keep fear alive.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older
- You had cancer that was stage I, II, or III (not stage IV)
- You have finished your main cancer treatment (like surgery, chemo, or radiation)
- You can read and understand Chinese (Mandarin)
- You score 13 or higher on a questionnaire about fear of cancer recurrence
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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