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An Exploratory Study of Caregiver Burden Among Family Caregivers of Patients With Cancer

Completed
Conditions
Caregivers
Cancer
Interventions
Other: Questionnaire
Registration Number
NCT03069105
Lead Sponsor
Saint John's Cancer Institute
Brief Summary

This study will look at caregiver burden and the coping behavior of caregivers of patients with cancer. Through this study, the investigators will identify the relationship between cognitive dysfunction (measured as a proxy rating by the caregiver), resilience, social support, cognitive appraisal, coping behavior, and caregiver burden, anxiety, and depression among family caregivers of patients with cancer.

Detailed Description

The goal of this study is to explore caregiver burden and the coping behavior of caregivers of patients with cancer. It has been documented that non-professional caregivers and long-term care providers to patients with cancer receive little preparation, information, or support to perform their vital role. Through this study, the investigators will identify the relationship between cognitive dysfunction, resilience, social support, cognitive appraisal, coping behavior, and caregiver burden, anxiety, and depression among family caregivers of patients with cancer. The findings of this study will direct future intervention studies to reduce caregiver burden and improve outcomes for the many individuals caring for family members with cancer.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
49
Inclusion Criteria
  • Age ≥ 18 years
  • Self-identified primary caregiver of patients with cancer
  • Co-residence with the patient
  • Providing a minimum of 4 hours of direct care for at least 3 days per week
  • Able to speak, read, and understand English
  • Willing to participate in completion of surveys
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Exclusion Criteria
  • Professional or paid caregivers
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Study & Design

Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Study Design
Not specified
Arm && Interventions
GroupInterventionDescription
Family caregiversQuestionnaireThe sample for this study will consist of caregivers of patients with cancer. Eligible subjects who agrees to participate in the research study and sign the consent form will participate by completing paper and pencil or electronic questionnaires.
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Changes in Caregiver Burden Score [Caregiver Reaction Assessment (CRA)]1 year

Relation between caregiver burden subscale scores and caregiver resilience, social support, and coping

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Changes in Anxiety and Depression Score [Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS)]1 year

Relation between caregiver anxiety and depression score and caregiver resilience, social support, and coping

Trial Locations

Locations (4)

Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center

🇺🇸

Burbank, California, United States

John Wayne Cancer Institute at Providence Saint John's Health Center

🇺🇸

Santa Monica, California, United States

Providence Holy Cross Medical Center

🇺🇸

Mission Hills, California, United States

EndBrainCancer Initiative/Chris Elliott Fund

🇺🇸

Redmond, Washington, United States

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