Can naming your feelings boost resilience in young cancer survivors?

NCT ID NCT07200388

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This completed study looked at how well young and middle-aged colorectal cancer survivors can identify and describe their specific emotions—a skill called emotional granularity—and whether that helps them build resilience. Researchers surveyed 242 survivors online and interviewed some in depth. No treatments were tested; the goal was simply to understand the connection between emotions and coping.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this research could point toward new psychological support strategies to help cancer survivors cope better after treatment.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only measures emotions and resilience, so it cannot directly improve health or survival.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

colorectal cancer colorectal neoplasm Emotional Regulation

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Kunshan First People's Hospital Affiliated to Jiangsu University

    Suzhou, Jiangsu, 215000, China

  • The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University

    Suzhu, Jiangsu, 215000, China

  • The Second Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University

    Suzhou, Jiangsu, 215000, China