A hope-based program to help lung cancer patients pursue personal goals and improve their mental health.
Pathways, a Hope-Based Intervention to Support Personal Goal Pursuit, Mental Health, and Quality of Life during Advanced Lung Cancer Treatment
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY · NIH-10893571
This study is testing a new program called 'Pathways' to help people with advanced lung cancer focus on their personal goals and improve their mental well-being while they receive treatment.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (LEXINGTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10893571 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates a new intervention called 'Pathways' designed to support patients with advanced lung cancer in pursuing their personal goals while undergoing treatment. The program aims to address the mental health and quality of life challenges that persist despite advancements in medical treatments like immunotherapy. By providing psychosocial support through healthcare providers, the intervention seeks to reduce disruptions in patients' goals and enhance their overall well-being during treatment. Participants will engage in activities that foster hope and resilience, potentially leading to improved mental health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are currently receiving treatment for advanced lung cancer.
Not a fit: Patients with early-stage lung cancer or those not currently undergoing treatment may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the mental health and quality of life for patients undergoing treatment for advanced lung cancer.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that psychosocial interventions can improve mental health outcomes in cancer patients, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
LEXINGTON, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY — LEXINGTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MCLOUTH, LAURIE — UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY
- Study coordinator: MCLOUTH, LAURIE
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions: Advanced Cancer, Cancer Burden, Cancer Center