New therapy aims to curb opioid misuse in cancer patients
NCT ID NCT05643027
First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated Jun 09, 2026 · Updated 25 times
Summary
This study tested a new therapy called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help cancer patients avoid misusing opioids. The therapy focuses on managing difficult thoughts and feelings that can lead to opioid misuse. 40 adults with cancer who were at risk for opioid misuse took part in 6 therapy sessions. The goal was to see if the therapy was practical and helpful.
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Dana Farber Cancer Institute
Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States
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