Improving Sexual Health Conversations for Men with Prostate Cancer
Adaptation and Testing of an Evidence-Based Sexual Health Communication Skills Training Intervention for Patients with Prostate Cancer
This project helps men with prostate cancer learn how to talk more openly with their doctors about sexual health concerns.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11181633 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Prostate cancer often leads to sexual difficulties, which can affect a man's well-being and quality of life. Many men find it hard to discuss these sensitive topics with their healthcare providers, even when they want help. This project aims to adapt and test a communication program, originally successful for breast cancer patients, specifically for men with prostate cancer. The goal is to give men the skills and confidence to have important conversations with their doctors, ensuring they get the support and treatments they need for sexual health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are men with prostate cancer who experience sexual dysfunction and wish to improve their communication with healthcare providers about these issues.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing sexual dysfunction or are not interested in discussing sexual health with their providers may not find direct benefit from this specific communication program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could help men with prostate cancer feel more comfortable discussing sexual health with their doctors, leading to better access to treatments and improved quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: A similar communication program has already shown success in helping breast cancer patients discuss sexual health with their providers.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gupta, Natasha — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Gupta, Natasha
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.