Helping caregivers of cancer survivors build resilience
Building Resiliency Among Caregivers of Curvivors and Metavivors: A Pilot randomized Trial
This study is looking at how caregivers of cancer survivors and those with advanced cancer can build their emotional strength and cope better with stress, so they can take care of themselves while supporting their loved ones.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10509455 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the emotional challenges faced by caregivers of cancer survivors, known as curvivors, and those living with metastatic disease, referred to as metavivors. It aims to develop and test an intervention that promotes resiliency skills among these caregivers, addressing their psychological and physical health needs. By recognizing the stressors they encounter, such as fear of cancer recurrence and adapting to life changes, the study seeks to improve their overall well-being and ability to support their loved ones. The approach involves a pilot randomized trial to evaluate the effectiveness of this intervention.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are caregivers of cancer survivors who have completed treatment or those caring for individuals with metastatic cancer.
Not a fit: Patients who are not caregivers or those who are not involved in the care of cancer survivors may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide caregivers with essential skills to manage stress and improve their mental health, ultimately benefiting both caregivers and the cancer survivors they support.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been research on caregiver support, this specific focus on building resiliency among caregivers of curvivors and metavivors is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Massachusetts General Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Park, Elyse R. — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Park, Elyse R.
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.