Training program to improve attention in childhood cancer survivors
FAACS: Feasibility/Acceptability of Attentional-Control Training in Survivors
['FUNDING_R21'] · CHILDREN'S RESEARCH INSTITUTE · NIH-10684249
This study is testing a fun online program called Endeavor to see if it can help childhood cancer survivors, especially those who had leukemia or brain tumors, improve their attention and thinking skills so they can do better in school and everyday life.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R21'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | CHILDREN'S RESEARCH INSTITUTE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10684249 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the use of an electronic attentional-control training program called Endeavor to help childhood cancer survivors, particularly those who have had acute lymphoblastic leukemia or brain tumors. The study aims to assess how feasible and acceptable this program is for improving cognitive functions such as attention and executive functioning, which are often impaired after cancer treatment. Participants will engage in a pilot randomized controlled trial to evaluate the program's effectiveness in enhancing their daily living and academic performance.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-21 who have survived acute lymphoblastic leukemia or brain tumors.
Not a fit: Patients who are currently undergoing treatment for cancer or have not been diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia or brain tumors may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a non-pharmacological intervention to improve cognitive functioning and quality of life for childhood cancer survivors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise with similar cognitive training interventions, although this specific approach has not yet been tested in childhood cancer survivors.
Where this research is happening
WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES
- CHILDREN'S RESEARCH INSTITUTE — WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HARDY, STEVEN JAMES — CHILDREN'S RESEARCH INSTITUTE
- Study coordinator: HARDY, STEVEN JAMES
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.
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