Can online therapy ease the emotional toll of a colostomy?
NCT ID NCT07512817
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether online group counseling can help people who have a permanent colostomy due to colorectal cancer adjust better and improve their psychological well-being and resilience. About 48 adults will be randomly assigned to receive the counseling or not. The goal is to see if this approach can make a real difference in their daily lives.
What this could mean
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Active substance
online solution-focused group counseling
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, accessible way to help people with a colostomy feel better emotionally and adapt to their new situation.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 48 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The counseling is online, which may not suit all patients.
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Locations
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Hacettepe University
Ankara, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)