Helping adolescents and young adults with advanced cancer manage stress and build resilience
Official title: The Promoting Resilience in Stress Management (PRISM) Intervention: a multi-site randomized controlled trial for Adolescents and Young Adults with advanced cancer
Funded at Dana-Farber Cancer Inst · NIH-10895146 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a supportive program called PRISM for young people with advanced cancer, which includes personal sessions to help them manage stress and set goals, along with a family meeting to talk about their needs, all aimed at improving their well-being during this tough time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Dana-Farber Cancer Inst NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | July 29, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $351,683 |
| NIH project number | 7R01CA222486-06 |
| Project ID | NIH-10895146 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents and young adults diagnosed with advanced cancer who are seeking support in managing their stress and emotional well-being.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with early-stage cancer or those not experiencing significant stress or psychological distress may not benefit from this intervention.
What this research studies
This research investigates a program called PRISM, designed to help adolescents and young adults facing advanced cancer. The program consists of four one-on-one sessions that focus on teaching skills such as stress management, mindfulness, and goal-setting, followed by a family meeting to discuss the patient's needs and preferences. By enhancing their ability to cope with the challenges of cancer, the program aims to improve the overall well-being of these young patients. Participants will have the opportunity to express their hopes and concerns, which can lead to better psychosocial outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the mental health and quality of life for adolescents and young adults with advanced cancer.
How similar studies have gone: Previous pilot studies have shown promising results for similar interventions, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Dana-Farber Cancer Inst
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rosenberg, Abby R — Dana-Farber Cancer Inst
- Study coordinator: Rosenberg, Abby R
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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.