Online program to support caregivers of young childhood cancer survivors

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 clinical trial aims to test and enhance an online program called Preparing for Life and Academics for Young survivors (PLAY) designed for caregivers of young childhood cancer survivors. The program was developed in collaboration with caregivers and healthcare providers to improve positive parenting behaviors, reduce caregiver stress, and prepare children for school. The study will involve rapid-cycle testing with families to assess the program's usability, feasibility, and acceptability, with the goal of refining it based on caregiver feedback. Investigators will evaluate caregiver participation and satisfaction before and after the program.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

For the caregiver:

* Caregiver is the legal guardian of the child (e.g., mothers, fathers, grandparents, adoptive parents)
* Caregiver lives with the child more than 50% of the time
* Caregiver primary language is English
* Caregiver lives within 150 miles of Nationwide Children's Hospital

For the childhood cancer survivor:

* Received treatment for their cancer (e.g., chemotherapy, surgical resection, radiation therapy)
* Completed cancer treatment or on maintenance therapy only, without evidence of recurrent disease
* Childhood cancer survivor is currently between the ages of 3 years old to 6 years old, but no older than 6.5 years old at study enrollment

Exclusion Criteria for the childhood cancer survivor:

* Has a documented neurodevelopmental disorder prior to their cancer diagnosis (e.g., neurofibromatosis, tuberous sclerosis, Down's syndrome, autism)
* Did not receive any treatment for their cancer (e.g., chemotherapy, surgical resection, radiation)
* Treated for a benign tumor

For the teacher:

Classroom or daycare teacher of the childhood cancer survivor

Where it's running

• Nationwide Children's Hospital
  Columbus, Ohio, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Emily L Moscato, PhD
• Email: moscato_lab@nationwidechildrens.org
• Phone: 614-722-4724

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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.