A psychotherapy program for older adults with cancer
Cancer and Aging Reflections for Elders (CARE): A Geriatric-Specific Psychotherapy for Older Adults with Cancer
This study is testing a friendly phone therapy program called CARE, designed to help older adults with cancer feel better emotionally and stick to their treatment, especially those living in rural areas.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10833598 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a specialized psychotherapy intervention called Cancer and Aging: Reflections for Elders (CARE) aimed at older adults diagnosed with cancer. The CARE intervention consists of five telephone sessions designed to address depression and emotional distress, which are common among older cancer patients, especially those living in rural areas. By integrating theories of aging and feedback from patients, the program aims to improve mental health and treatment adherence. The intervention is tailored to the unique challenges faced by older adults, making it accessible and relevant to their experiences.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults diagnosed with cancer, particularly those experiencing depressive symptoms.
Not a fit: Patients who are not diagnosed with cancer or who do not have depressive symptoms may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the mental health and treatment outcomes for older adults with cancer.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that tailored psychotherapy interventions can effectively reduce depression in older adults, suggesting a promising avenue for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nelson, Christian J — Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research
- Study coordinator: Nelson, Christian 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.