A 6-week coaching program may lift the weight on family caregivers — a study asks if it works.

NCT ID NCT07749339

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Kastamonu University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 06, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a 6-week, nurse-led psychoeducation program for family caregivers of palliative care patients. The program includes 12 sessions covering stress, coping, relaxation, and self-care. Researchers will measure caregiver burden, coping strategies, and burnout before and after the program to see if it helps.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: A nurse-led coping psychoeducation program delivered over 6 weeks in 12 sessions
What this could lead to: If effective, this program could offer a practical, non-drug way to reduce stress and burnout for family caregivers of palliative care patients.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early study with 40 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The program requires regular attendance, and benefits may vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Burnout, Psychological Caregiver Burden

As listed by the trial registrant

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

BURNOUT CAREGIVER BURDEN FAMILY CAREGIVERS PALLIATIVE CARE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Kastamonu Unıversıty

Kastamonu, Merkez, 37100, Turkey (Türkiye)

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