Could a simple activity-based therapy lift depression in older cancer survivors?

NCT ID NCT07768449

NEW Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 17, 2026 · Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a short psychotherapy called brief behavioral activation (BBA) can reduce depression and anxiety and improve well-being in older adults who have survived cancer. BBA encourages people to set goals and engage in enjoyable or rewarding activities to change behavior and lift mood. Participants receive the therapy remotely by phone or video, and researchers compare their progress with those who do not receive it.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: brief behavioral activation (BBA) psychotherapy delivered remotely by phone or video
What this could lead to: If effective, this could offer a practical, remote therapy to improve mood and quality of life for older cancer survivors.
What could go wrong: The trial is early and results may not apply to all survivors. Depression symptoms vary, and not everyone may respond to this approach.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cancer

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CANCER SURVIVORS

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Locations

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
RECRUITING

New York, New York, 10065, United States
Memorial Sloan Kettering Suffolk- Commack (Limited Protocol Activities)
RECRUITING

Commack, New York, 11725, United States
Memorial Sloan Kettering at Basking Ridge (Limited Protocol Activities)
RECRUITING

Basking Ridge, New Jersey, 07920, United States
Memorial Sloan Kettering at Bergen (Limited Protocol Activities)
RECRUITING

Montvale, New Jersey, 07645, United States
Memorial Sloan Kettering at Monmouth (Limited Protocol Activities)
RECRUITING

Middletown, New Jersey, 07748, United States
Memorial Sloan Kettering at Nassau (Limited Protocol Activities)
RECRUITING

Uniondale, New York, 11553, United States
Memorial Sloan Kettering at Westchester (Limited Protocol Activities)
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Harrison, New York, 10604, United States

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