Can talking it out ease PTSD in cancer patients during a pandemic?
NCT ID NCT04747249
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether monthly 45-minute psychological interviews over 6 months could reduce post-traumatic stress symptoms in cancer patients affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. It included 29 adults with solid tumors who had moderate to high PTSD symptoms. The goal was to see if this supportive therapy could lower stress, improve resilience, and enhance sleep and quality of life.
What this could mean
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Active substance
psychological support (monthly interviews)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, supportive therapy to reduce PTSD and improve quality of life for cancer patients during health crises.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, completed study with only 29 participants and no control group, so results may not apply broadly. The intervention is brief and may not work for everyone.
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Locations
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Centre Francois Baclesse
Caen, France