Positive activities for Asian American cancer patients and their 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 study aims to reduce the burden on caregivers of Asian American cancer patients by testing a new intervention that promotes positive activities designed to enhance patients' sense of autonomy, competence, and connectedness. The intervention includes two culturally tailored activities: household contribution and outside contribution, which have not been previously studied. The research will be conducted as a randomized controlled trial to evaluate the feasibility and efficacy of these activities in improving psychological well-being among participants. The study is grounded in self-determination theory and considers cultural challenges faced by Asian Americans.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria for Patients:

1. self-identifies as Asian American or Asian
2. males or females ages 21-80 years
3. within 2 years of any cancer diagnosis or stage 4 cancer diagnosis
4. actively undergoing surgery or systemic therapy (e.g., chemotherapy, radiation, immunotherapy) or within the past 6 months,
5. able to identify a caregiver (e.g., spouse) who lives in the same household or see at least 3 times per week
6. able to read, write, and speak English (i.e., English proficient; EP) or Mandarin/simplified Chinese.

Exclusion Criteria for patients:

1. life expectancy less than 6 months in the opinion of the primary physician
2. inability to stand or walk on their own or other physical limitations that preclude them from participating (3+ on ECOG performance status),
3. major thought disorder (e.g., schizophrenia or bipolar \[patient records or self-disclosure\]).

Inclusion Criteria for Caregivers:

1. identifies as Asian American or Asian,
2. patient considers them to be caregiver
3. English proficient or Mandarin Chinese proficient
4. access to computer/phone, internet, and web browser.

Exclusion Criteria for Caregivers:

1. unwilling or unable to participate in the study for any reason,
2. under the age of 18.

Where it's running

• Fox Chase Cancer Center - Philadelphia
  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Lilian J. Shin-Cho, PhD
• Email: Lilian.Shin-Cho@fccc.edu
• Phone: 267-889-2209

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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.