New study shows talk therapy can ease the burden on cancer caregivers
NCT ID NCT07329868
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested two types of talk therapy—acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and cognitive behavioral stress management (CBSM)—to see if they help caregivers of cancer patients. 66 caregivers were split into three groups: one got ACT, one got CBSM, and one got no therapy. Both therapies involved eight 90-minute sessions over four weeks. The goal was to reduce fear of cancer coming back, improve quality of life, and lower stress and fatigue.
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Emdadgaran-e Ashura Charity Institute
Yazd, Yazd Province, Iran
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