Support for caregivers who fear cancer returning
Part of Cancer, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a short online program to help caregivers of people with advanced cancer manage intense worry about the cancer coming back or getting worse. The program is delivered over video and aims to reduce fear and worry.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are a family member or friend who provides care to someone with cancer that has spread and cannot be cured.
- You are at least 18 years old.
- You have significant fear or worry about the cancer progressing or returning.
- You feel anxious or worried most of the time, based on a standard questionnaire.
- You can read and speak Danish well enough to join online sessions.
- If you take antidepressant or anti-anxiety medication, the dose has been the same for at least 6 weeks.
- You have a computer with a camera and can join online therapy sessions.
- You are not currently in severe mental health crisis, such as major depression, thoughts of suicide, or substance abuse needing treatment.
- You are not already in counseling or therapy for the same worry about cancer.
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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