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Official title A Study of Mental Health Care in People With Cancer
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06037954
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this study is to look at mental health services for adults with depressed mood who were diagnosed with cancer at the age of 65 or older. This study will compare the usual approach for connecting older adults with depressed mood to mental health services with the Open Door for Cancer (OD-C) approach.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 65 and older
You may be able to join if
- Patients
- Per medical record and/or self-report, diagnosed with breast, colorectal, lung, or prostate cancer at age 65 years or older
- Per medical record and/or self-report, undergoing active cancer treatment (e.g., radiation, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, surgery) or within six...
- Score of ≥5 on the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9)
- Per self-report, fluent in English\ \ \ \ Language verification: Prior to enrollment, patients will be asked the following two questions by a...
You likely can't join if
- Patients
- Severely cognitively impaired as demonstrated by Blessed Orientation Memory Concentration scores of ≥ 11
- Per research staff judgment and/or self-report, too ill or weak to complete study procedures
- Per medical record and/or self-report, receiving hospice care at the time of enrollment
- Per medical record and/or self-report, currently enrolled in mental health treatment Providers
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients
- Per medical record and/or self-report, diagnosed with breast, colorectal, lung, or prostate cancer at age 65 years or older
- Per medical record and/or self-report, undergoing active cancer treatment (e.g., radiation, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, surgery) or within six months of completing treatment
- Score of ≥5 on the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9)
- Per self-report, fluent in English\ \ \ \ Language verification: Prior to enrollment, patients will be asked the following two questions by a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to verify English fluency necessary for...
- How well do you speak English? (must respond "very well" or "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) Providers
- Per self-report, works in oncology, nursing, social work, psychology, or psychiatry
- Per self-report, currently works in oncology at least 50% of the time
- Per self-report, provided cancer care for at least three years at time of consent
- Per self-report, fluent in English
- Patients
- Severely cognitively impaired as demonstrated by Blessed Orientation Memory Concentration scores of ≥ 11
- Per research staff judgment and/or self-report, too ill or weak to complete study procedures
- Per medical record and/or self-report, receiving hospice care at the time of enrollment
- Per medical record and/or self-report, currently enrolled in mental health treatment Providers
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, 65 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.