AI therapy coach aims to ease distress in seriously ill seniors
NCT ID NCT07748312
First seen Aug 05, 2026 · Last updated Aug 06, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether an AI-powered program can help older adults with serious illnesses like cancer or heart disease manage emotional distress. Participants receive short videos and daily check-ins from a chatbot that teaches practical coping skills, all from their own phone. The trial will see if this approach is acceptable, feasible, and helpful in reducing distress and improving confidence in managing emotions.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- AI-delivered dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) skills videos and chatbot coaching
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could provide a scalable, low-cost way to deliver emotional support to older adults with serious illness, potentially improving quality of life and reducing distress without needing in-person therapy.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early pilot study with a small number of participants, so results may not be generalizable. The intervention relies on technology that may not be engaging for all older adults, and its effectiveness compared to usual care is not yet established.
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