An online program to support parents of children with cancer
A randomized controlled trial of eSCCIP: An eHealth psychosocial intervention for English and Spanish speaking parents of children with cancer
This study is testing a helpful online program called eSCCIP that supports parents and caregivers of children with cancer by providing them with self-guided resources and therapist check-ins to help manage stress and anxiety.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Wilmington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11030235 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates an innovative eHealth intervention called eSCCIP, designed to support parents and caregivers of children with cancer. It combines self-guided online content with telehealth follow-up sessions with a therapist, aiming to address the psychosocial challenges these caregivers face, such as anxiety and posttraumatic stress. The program is flexible and accessible, allowing caregivers to engage with the material at their own pace while receiving professional support. The intervention is tailored to benefit the entire family system, focusing on improving coping abilities and reducing distress.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are English and Spanish-speaking parents or caregivers of children diagnosed with cancer.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have children with cancer or who are not involved in caregiving roles may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide essential psychosocial support to parents and caregivers, helping them manage stress and improve their overall well-being.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success with eHealth interventions in similar contexts, indicating a promising approach to addressing psychosocial needs in pediatric cancer care.
Where this research is happening
Wilmington, United States
- Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware — Wilmington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Canter, Kimberly — Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware
- Study coordinator: Canter, Kimberly
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.