Talking through tough times: study tests Couples' communication training for advanced cancer
NCT ID NCT04590885
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 25 times
Summary
This study tested a program to help couples communicate better when one partner has advanced cancer. 440 patients and their partners took part, with half receiving the communication training and the other half receiving general healthy living information. The goal was to see if the training could improve relationship satisfaction and intimacy, and reduce anxiety and depression.
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Duke University Medical Center
Durham, North Carolina, 27705, United States
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