Improving fatigue management for women with metastatic breast cancer
Adaptation and Preliminary Evaluation of Energize-MBC: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Fatigue among Women with Metastatic Breast Cancer
This study is testing a new online therapy program called Energize-MBC designed to help women with metastatic breast cancer who feel tired from their treatment, making it easier for them to feel better and enjoy their daily lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tampa, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10873532 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on adapting a cognitive behavioral therapy program specifically for women with metastatic breast cancer who experience fatigue due to treatment with CDK4/6 inhibitors. The program, called Energize-MBC, aims to enhance the quality of life for these patients by addressing their unique needs. The approach includes refining a web-based platform for delivering therapy via telemedicine, making it accessible and convenient. The study will evaluate how feasible and acceptable this adapted therapy is, as well as its preliminary effectiveness in reducing fatigue and improving daily functioning.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer who are currently receiving treatment with CDK4/6 inhibitors.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have metastatic breast cancer or are not undergoing treatment with CDK4/6 inhibitors may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce fatigue and improve the quality of life for women living with metastatic breast cancer.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that cognitive behavioral therapy can effectively reduce fatigue in cancer patients, suggesting that this adapted approach may also be beneficial.
Where this research is happening
Tampa, United States
- H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst — Tampa, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jim, Heather S.l. — H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst
- Study coordinator: Jim, Heather S.l.
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.