Evaluation of Mind-Body Groups on the Quality of Life of Cancer Patients
Overview
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Intervention
- Not specified
- Conditions
- Neoplasms
- Sponsor
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine
- Enrollment
- 166
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy
- Status
- Completed
- Last Updated
- 2 years ago
Overview
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to find out if Mind-Body groups can help improve the physical and emotional well-being of people facing cancer or its treatment.
Detailed Description
Pain, fatigue, anxiety, depression, nausea, sexual impairment, body image disturbance, relationship strains, existential distress and role losses are all potential "side-effects" of living with cancer and its treatment. Behavioral interventions have shown some success in mitigating distress and QOL impairment among cancer patients. The purpose of this randomized-controlled study is to compare the effects of Mind-body group interventions on the quality of life of patients with advanced cancer. Patients are randomized to one of two psychotherapy groups, which occur weekly for eight weeks. Quality of life assessments are conducted at baseline and two and four-month intervals.
Investigators
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- •On Active Treatment for:
- •Breast Cancer Stage IV, Colorectal Cancer Stage IV, Lung Cancer Stages III \& IV, or All Other Cancers (ANY stage on treatment)
- •Language is English or Spanish
Exclusion Criteria
- •Patient is currently attending other support/psychotherapy group
- •Significant Cognitive Impairment
- •ECOG performance status = 3 or 4
- •Current major untreated psychiatric disorder
- •Unable to attend intervention in following 8 weeks due to medical or practical restrictions
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy
Time Frame: baseline to 2 months and 4 months