Supporting cancer caregivers balancing work and family responsibilities
Cancer Caregivers and Their Struggle(s) between Work and Family
This study is looking to help working caregivers who support cancer patients by offering them special tools and support to manage their stress, so they can feel better and balance their work and family life more easily.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado Denver NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10669069 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on employed caregivers who support cancer patients, addressing the unique challenges they face in managing work and family responsibilities. The study aims to implement a psychosocial stress management intervention tailored for these caregivers, particularly those experiencing higher levels of distress. By comparing this intervention to standard care, the research seeks to improve caregivers' mental health, healthcare utilization, and overall well-being. Participants will have the opportunity to choose from various effective modalities to help alleviate their burdens.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are employed caregivers of cancer patients who are experiencing high levels of stress and distress.
Not a fit: Patients who are not caregivers or those who do not have a cancer diagnosis may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the mental health and quality of life for cancer caregivers, leading to better support for their loved ones.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that targeted interventions for caregivers can lead to improved mental health outcomes, suggesting a promising avenue for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Aurora, UNITED STATES
- University of Colorado Denver — Aurora, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bradley, Cathy J — University of Colorado Denver
- Study coordinator: Bradley, Cathy J
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.