Evaluating the feasibility and effectiveness of internet cognitive behaviour therapy for anxiety and depression among cancer survivors

Completed

• Conditions: Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Social Phobia; Mental and Behavioural Disorders

• Registration Number: ISRCTN60887190
• Lead Sponsor: niversity of Regina (Canada)

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2014-02-27
• Last Update Posted: 13 January 2015

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Completed
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 30

Inclusion Criteria

1. Resident of Saskatchewan
2. Aged 18 years or older, either sex
3. Currently experiencing clinically significant symptoms of depression, anxiety, social phobia, and/or panic
4. Has regular access to a computer, Internet, and printer
5. Comfortable using the Internet and writing e-mails
6. In remission from any stage and any type of cancer as long as at least 1 month has passed since the completion of active treatment (radiation, chemotherapy, or surgery) but no longer than 18 months
7. Willing to have their physician, a medical clinical, or an emergency hospital be notified of participation in the program

Exclusion Criteria

1. Not a resident of Saskatchewan
2. Less than 18 years of age
3. Has no regular access to a computer, Internet, and use of printer
4. Currently receiving psychotherapeutic treatment for anxiety or depression elsewhere or in some other form
5. Started a new psychotropic medication within the past month or had a change in dosage within the past month
6. Meets criteria for current substance abuse or dependence (drugs or alcohol)
7. Meets current criteria for a psychotic disorder or bipolar disorder, or severe symptoms of depression, including frequent suicidal ideation

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified