Online relationship support for Latina breast cancer survivors and their partners
Comparative Effectiveness of Together After Cancer Among Breast Cancer Survivors and Their Intimate Partners
This study tests if an online support program can help Latina breast cancer survivors and their partners improve their relationship and overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 480 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of South Florida Academic / other |
| Locations | 3 sites (Miami, Florida and 2 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05645471 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of an adapted online self-help relationship intervention, called Together After Cancer, for Latina breast cancer survivors and their partners. Couples will be randomly assigned to either receive the intervention or usual care, with assessments conducted at baseline, at the end of the program, and three months post-randomization. The program aims to address the unique cultural needs of Latino cancer survivors and improve their quality of life and emotional well-being. By focusing on the couple's relationship, the study seeks to enhance both partners' mental and physical health outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include Latina breast cancer survivors aged 18 and older who have completed initial treatment and are in a committed relationship.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Latina or who have not been diagnosed with breast cancer in the last ten years may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve the quality of life and emotional health of Latina breast cancer survivors and their partners.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success with couples-based psychosocial interventions for cancer survivors, but this specific adaptation for Latina survivors is novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria for Latina Breast Cancer Survivors: * Be 18 years of age and older * Self-identify as Latina/Hispanic * Spanish or English speaker * Primary diagnosis of breast cancer in the last ten years * Completed initial treatment * Be married or in a committed relationship of six months duration or longer * Willingness to be randomized and followed for approximately 5 months * Access to the internet or a smartphone, tablet, or computer Inclusion criteria for Intimate Partners: * Be 18 years of age or older * Be married or in a committed relationship of six months duration or longer with a Latina Breast Cancer Survivor diagnosed who was diagnosed with breast cancer in the last ten years * Willingness to be randomized and followed for approximately 5 months * Access to the internet or a smartphone, tablet, or computer Couples will be eligible to participate if they also meet the following: * Meet the inclusion criteria listed above for Latina Breast Cancer Survivors and Intimate Partners * Both partners are willing to participate in the study * Additionally, to be eligible, the Latina Breast Cancer Survivors must reside in Florida Exclusion Criteria: -
Where this trial is running
Miami, Florida and 2 other locations
- Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and University of Miami — Miami, Florida, United States (Recruiting)
- AdventHealth — Orlando, Florida, United States (Recruiting)
- Moffitt Cancer Center — Tampa, Florida, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Dinorah Martinez Tyson, PhD
- Email: dmtyson@usf.edu
- Phone: 8139740723
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.