Exploring a therapy to improve the well-being of Chinese patients with advanced cancer
Pathway to Equity: Feasibility and Proof of Concept of Meaning-Centered Psychotherapy for Chinese Patients with Advanced Cancer
This study is looking at how a special type of therapy called Meaning-Centered Psychotherapy can help Chinese patients with advanced cancer feel better emotionally and spiritually, especially those who may not speak much English, by using their own language and cultural background to make the experience more meaningful.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 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-10673022 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the feasibility and effectiveness of Meaning-Centered Psychotherapy (MCP) specifically tailored for Chinese patients suffering from advanced cancer. The approach focuses on addressing the unique spiritual and emotional distress these patients face, particularly those who are foreign-born and may have limited English proficiency. By adapting the therapy to fit cultural backgrounds and providing it in the patients' native language, the study aims to enhance their quality of life and sense of meaning during a challenging time. The research will assess how well this culturally adapted intervention can alleviate distress and improve overall well-being.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Chinese patients diagnosed with advanced cancer, particularly those who are foreign-born and may have limited English proficiency.
Not a fit: Patients who are not of Chinese descent or those with early-stage cancer may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the emotional and spiritual well-being of Chinese patients with advanced cancer.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that culturally adapted treatments are significantly more effective, indicating a promising potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lui, Florence — Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research
- Study coordinator: Lui, Florence
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.