Phone therapy lifts depression in older cancer survivors

NCT ID NCT05574127

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study tests a type of talk therapy called behavioral activation (BA) for older adults (65+) who have had cancer and feel depressed. The therapy is given over the phone or video call, so people can join from home. Researchers want to see if BA helps reduce depression symptoms compared to usual care. About 86 people will take part.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (All Protocol Activities)

    New York, New York, 10065, United States

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