Writing to Heal: Expressive Writing for Cancer Survivors
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This study explores whether writing about your feelings and experiences related to cancer can help you process and heal from physical or emotional changes caused by the disease or its treatment. You'll spend 4 weeks writing, and researchers will measure whether this helps you feel better.
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Who can take part
- You've had a physical or emotional change to your body due to cancer or cancer treatment at any time in your life
- You're 18 years old or older
- You can read and write in English
- You're able to commit to the 4-week writing program without major health or personal obstacles
- Your current distress levels are stable enough to safely participate (screened by questionnaire)
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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