A new approach to help lung cancer patients cope with stigma through self-compassion.
Adapting and Testing a Novel Self-Compassion Intervention to Reduce Lung Cancer Stigma
This study is looking to create and test a supportive program to help lung cancer patients deal with the stigma they often face, by gathering their thoughts and experiences to make sure the program meets their needs and then seeing how well it works for their mental well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Loyola Marymount University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10894941 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to adapt and test a self-compassion intervention specifically designed for lung cancer patients who often face stigma related to their diagnosis. The project involves gathering insights from patients through focus groups and interviews to tailor the intervention to their needs. Following this, a pilot randomized controlled trial will be conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of the adapted intervention in reducing stigma and improving psychological well-being. By focusing on the unique challenges faced by lung cancer patients, this research seeks to provide a supportive framework for coping with stigma.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults diagnosed with lung cancer who are experiencing feelings of stigma related to their condition.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have lung cancer or those who are not affected by stigma related to their diagnosis may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the mental health and quality of life for lung cancer patients by reducing stigma.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach of using self-compassion interventions is gaining traction, this specific adaptation for lung cancer stigma is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- Loyola Marymount University — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Williamson, Timothy J — Loyola Marymount University
- Study coordinator: Williamson, Timothy J
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.