New phone therapy aims to ease anxiety in older cancer patients
NCT ID NCT03168971
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a telephone-based therapy called Managing Anxiety from Cancer (MAC) for older adults (65+) with cancer and their caregivers. The therapy includes seven sessions covering relaxation, communication, and problem-solving skills. The goal was to see if it reduces anxiety better than usual care. Only 26 people took part, so results are preliminary.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Managing Anxiety from Cancer (MAC) therapy (telephone-administered psychological intervention)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a practical, home-based therapy to reduce anxiety and improve quality of life for older cancer patients and their caregivers.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 26 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The therapy is still experimental and may not be more effective than usual care.
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Locations
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
New York, New York, 10065, United States