Improving sexual health for breast and gynecologic cancer survivors through mindfulness.
Virtual Mindful After Cancer Intervention to Promote Sexual Health for Breast and Gynecologic Cancer Survivors
This study is looking at how a friendly online program called Mindful After Cancer can help breast and gynecologic cancer survivors improve their sexual health after treatment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oregon State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Corvallis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10974097 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing sexual health concerns that many breast and gynecologic cancer survivors face after treatment. It aims to implement a mindfulness-based intervention called Mindful After Cancer (MAC), which has shown promise in improving sexual health outcomes. The intervention will be delivered virtually, making it accessible to survivors who may not have access to traditional therapies. By evaluating the effectiveness of MAC in real-world settings, the research seeks to provide evidence-based solutions for these persistent issues.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are breast and gynecologic cancer survivors experiencing sexual health issues related to their treatment.
Not a fit: Patients who are not cancer survivors or those who do not experience sexual health concerns post-treatment may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the sexual health and overall well-being of breast and gynecologic cancer survivors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that mindfulness-based interventions can effectively improve sexual health outcomes, indicating a promising avenue for this research.
Where this research is happening
Corvallis, United States
- Oregon State University — Corvallis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gorman, Jessica Lynn Rickard — Oregon State University
- Study coordinator: Gorman, Jessica Lynn Rickard
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.