Psychosocial support for young cancer patients
Official title: Evaluation of a Psychosocial Support Model for Adolescents and Young Adults Newly Diagnosed With Cancer
Run by Karolinska Institutet · NCT06979843 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new support program for young cancer patients in Sweden to see if it helps them manage stress and build resilience after their diagnosis.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 16 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 142 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Karolinska Institutet Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Gothenburg and 1 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | January 16, 2025 |
| Main results expected | June 2028 |
| Study ends | December 2028 |
| Registry record updated | June 9, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06979843 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adolescents and young adults aged 16-30 who have recently been diagnosed with cancer and can communicate in Swedish.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with existing psychiatric disorders or cognitive difficulties may not benefit from this psychosocial support model.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This project aims to provide psychosocial support to adolescents and young adults (AYAs) newly diagnosed with cancer at two Comprehensive Cancer Centres in Sweden. Participants will receive an individual information meeting with a specialized team to assess their psychosocial needs and offer tailored support through a structured program called Promoting Resilience in Stress Management (PRISM). PRISM focuses on enhancing resilience resources such as stress management, goal setting, and cognitive reframing, which have shown promising results in previous evaluations in the US.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve the psychosocial well-being and resilience of young cancer patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous evaluations of similar psychosocial support programs in the US have shown promising results among AYAs with cancer.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria for patients: * Participants will be AYAs newly diagnosed with cancer at Karolinska University Hospital and Sahlgrenska University Hospital who have been referred to Team young by their contact nurse. * Individuals newly diagnosed with cancer, 16-30 years of age who understand and speak Swedish. Exclusion criteria for patients: \- Any psychiatric disorder or cognitive difficulties. Inclusion criteria for health care professionals: \- Participants will be all eligible health care professionals, involved in delivering the implemented model of psychosocial support (Team Young and PRISM) at Karolinska University Hospital and Sahlgrenska University Hospital.
Where it's running
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Sahlgrenska University Hospital
Gothenburg, Sweden Recruiting -
Karolinska University Hospital
Stockholm, Sweden Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Jeanette Winterling — Region Stockholm
- Study coordinator: Jeanette Winterling, PhD, Associate professor, RN
- Email: jeanette.winterling@regionstockholm.se
- Phone: +46 70-0856552
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.