e-Health intervention for prostate cancer survivors' mental and sexual health
A Digital Intervention Program to Promote Mental and Sexual Health of Prostate Cancer Survivors
This study is testing an online program to help men who have survived prostate cancer improve their mental and sexual health with support from a psychologist.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Male |
| Sponsor | Universidade do Porto Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Porto) |
| Trial ID | NCT05946161 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study assesses the acceptability, feasibility, and preliminary efficacy of an online psychological intervention designed for men with prostate cancer. Participants will be randomly assigned to either receive the intervention or be placed on a waiting list. The intervention consists of five modules focused on psychoeducation, sexual rehabilitation, mindfulness, cognitive restructuring, and relapse prevention, delivered over six weeks with support from a certified Clinical Psychologist. The study aims to evaluate improvements in mental and sexual well-being and inform future larger-scale trials.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are prostate cancer survivors aged 18 and older who have access to a smartphone and the internet.
Not a fit: Patients with other oncological diagnoses in the past five years or severe psychological disorders may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly enhance the mental and sexual health of prostate cancer survivors.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise with e-Health interventions for mental health, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Prostate cancer survivors, * 18 years old or older, * Ability to give informed consent, * Regular use of a smartphone and internet access. Exclusion Criteria: * Other diagnosed oncological diseases over the past five years, * Severe neurological impairment or other severe psychological/psychiatric diseases (depression, generalized anxiety disorder, psychosis-related disorders), * Other uncontrolled/unstable diseases, * Severe hearing and/or visual impairment, * Under psychotherapy or treatment for sexual problems, * Participating concurrently in other clinical trials.
Where this trial is running
Porto
- Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences — Porto, Portugal (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ana Luisa Quinta Gomes, PhD
- Email: anagomes@fpce.up.pt
- Phone: +351965816335
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.