Impact of fear of cancer recurrence on health behaviors in breast cancer survivors and their partners
Health Consequences of Fear of Cancer Recurrence in Breast Cancer Survivors and Partners
This study looks at how the fear of cancer coming back impacts the health habits of breast cancer survivors and their partners, focusing on things like taking medications, staying active, and getting good sleep, to help understand how these feelings and behaviors affect each other over time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Delaware NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newark, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11064846 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the fear of cancer recurrence affects the health behaviors of breast cancer survivors and their partners. It focuses on three key areas: medication adherence, physical activity, and sleep patterns, which are crucial for long-term health outcomes. By examining these behaviors, the study aims to understand the interconnectedness of fear and health within couples, providing insights into how these factors influence each other. The research employs a longitudinal approach to gather data over time, allowing for a comprehensive analysis of these health behaviors.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include breast cancer survivors and their partners who experience fear of cancer recurrence.
Not a fit: Patients who are currently undergoing active cancer treatment or do not have a history of breast cancer may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for breast cancer survivors and their partners by addressing the psychological impacts of fear and promoting healthier behaviors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that addressing psychological factors like fear of recurrence can lead to improvements in health behaviors, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
Newark, UNITED STATES
- University of Delaware — Newark, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Laurenceau, Jean-Philippe — University of Delaware
- Study coordinator: Laurenceau, Jean-Philippe
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.