Recruiting NA Caregiver Anxiety

New treatment option for Caregiver Anxiety

Official title Easing Scan Anxiety in Pediatric Oncology Caregivers Through Meditation-based Programs

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07420101

What this study is testing

What it's testing
"Scanxiety" is a term coined to describe anxiety related to imaging during cancer treatment and has not been robustly studied in pediatric oncology caregivers. Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is a meditation-based program that offers a non-pharmacologic approach to managing stress.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.

You may be able to join if

  • Able to understand spoken English and be able to read written English
  • 18 years of age or older
  • Able to understand and willing to sign informed consent document
  • Have access to a smart phone or tablet device that is able to receive texts
  • Is a caregiver of any age oncology patient (including patients above 18 years of age)

You likely can't join if

  • Oncology patient is of adult age and caring for self
  • Medically-diagnosed cognitive delay in caregiver (by self-disclosure in eligibility questionnaire)
  • Upcoming scan is due to concern for relapse/disease recurrence and is urgent
  • Upcoming scan is part of initial oncology work-up
  • Any non-routine surveillance scan
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • Able to understand spoken English and be able to read written English
  • 18 years of age or older
  • Able to understand and willing to sign informed consent document
  • Have access to a smart phone or tablet device that is able to receive texts
  • Is a caregiver of any age oncology patient (including patients above 18 years of age)
  • Caregiver of a patient that is scheduled for a routine scan (CT's, MRI's, PET scans) within the upcoming 3 months
  • If assigned to the Phase 2 intervention group, willing and able to eat a raisin (a box of which will be mailed to home address)
What rules you out
  • Oncology patient is of adult age and caring for self
  • Medically-diagnosed cognitive delay in caregiver (by self-disclosure in eligibility questionnaire)
  • Upcoming scan is due to concern for relapse/disease recurrence and is urgent
  • Upcoming scan is part of initial oncology work-up
  • Any non-routine surveillance scan

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Hartford, Connecticut, 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, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Hartford, Connecticut, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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