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Official title A New Psychotherapy Intervention for Older Cancer Patients
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04452825
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is being done to see if a new psychotherapy intervention called Cancer and Aging: Reflections for Elders (CARE) can effectively treat depression and distress in older cancer patients. CARE is a 5-session intervention that takes place over the phone.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 70 and older
You may be able to join if
- As per self-report or medical record, ≥ 70 years of age
- As per self-report or medical record, has a diagnosis of cancer
- As per self-report or medical record, receiving active treatment (e.g., radiation, chemotherapy, hormone); OR received active treatment in the past 6...
- Received a HADS-D score of ≥ 6 or HADS-A score of ≥ 6 or a score of ≥ 4 on the distress thermometer. (N/A for training case participants)
- Received a Karnofsky Performance Rating Scale (KPRS) score of ≥ 60 (N/A for training case participants)
You likely can't join if
- As per self-report, currently taking antidepressant medication for \< 3 months
- As per self-report, currently receiving hospice care
- In the judgment of the consenting professional is unable to provide informed consent and complete study sessions and assessment
- As per self-report or as documented in the medical record, current untreated (e.g., no medication, no therapy) major psychotic disorder (schizotypal...
- Language verification: Prior to enrollment, patients will be asked the following two questions by research staff to verify English fluency necessary...
- How well do you speak English? (must respond "Well" or "Very well" when given the choices of Very well, Well, Not well, Not at all, Don't know, or...
See the full eligibility criteria
- As per self-report or medical record, ≥ 70 years of age
- As per self-report or medical record, has a diagnosis of cancer
- As per self-report or medical record, receiving active treatment (e.g., radiation, chemotherapy, hormone); OR received active treatment in the past 6 months (N/A for training case participants); OR are currently on...
- Received a HADS-D score of ≥ 6 or HADS-A score of ≥ 6 or a score of ≥ 4 on the distress thermometer. (N/A for training case participants)
- Received a Karnofsky Performance Rating Scale (KPRS) score of ≥ 60 (N/A for training case participants)
- Received a Blessed Orientation-Memory-Concentration Scale (BOMC) score of ≤ 11 (N/A for training case participants)
- Fluent in English, as per self-reported fluency of "well" or "very well"\
- As per self-report, currently taking antidepressant medication for \< 3 months
- As per self-report, currently receiving hospice care
- In the judgment of the consenting professional is unable to provide informed consent and complete study sessions and assessment
- As per self-report or as documented in the medical record, current untreated (e.g., no medication, no therapy) major psychotic disorder (schizotypal personality disorder, schizophreniform disorder, schizoaffective...
- Language verification: Prior to enrollment, patients will be asked the following two questions by research staff to verify English fluency necessary for participation in the study:
- How well do you speak English? (must respond "Well" or "Very well" when given the choices of Very well, Well, Not well, Not at all, Don't know, or Refused)
- What is your preferred language for healthcare? (must respond English)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- New York, New York, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 70 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include New York, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.