Compassion-Based Support for Lung Cancer Caregivers

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This interventional study develops and tests a brief compassion-focused program for caregivers of lung cancer patients over three years. The first year focuses on creating the content and evaluating feasibility and acceptability, with input from caregivers and professionals. In years two and three, the study will examine whether the program reduces depression and anxiety among participants. The intervention will be delivered as a Brief Compassion-Based Intervention, with an additional Telephone-Based Support and Education option to support access. Eligible participants are primary family caregivers of adults recently diagnosed with lung cancer who have internet access and are not currently in psychological treatment.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Primary family caregiver of a person with newly diagnosed lung cancer (within one year of diagnosis)
* Aged 20 years or older
* Access to a computer or smartphone with internet connection at home

Exclusion Criteria:

* Currently receiving psychological therapy
* Diagnosed with a severe mental illness and taking medication for it (e.g.,psychosis, bipolar disorder)
* Previous experience with mindfulness or self-compassion training

Where it's running

• Taipei Medical University
  Taipei, Taiwan, Taiwan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Chia-Chen Hsieh, PhD
• Email: chiachenh@tmu.edu.tw
• Phone: +886 2 2736 1661

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.