Can talking it out help breast cancer patients beat depression?
NCT ID NCT06546787
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 34 times
Summary
This study tested whether a type of talk therapy called interpersonal psychotherapy could help breast cancer patients who are at risk for depression. The therapy focused on improving relationships, emotions, and social support. Forty-two patients with stage II or III breast cancer took part, and the study measured changes in depression, emotion regulation, and perceived social support after 12 therapy sessions.
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Locations
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Koc University
Istanbul, Nursing Department, 34020, Turkey (Türkiye)
What this could mean
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Active substance
interpersonal psychotherapy (talk therapy)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple talk therapy to help breast cancer patients manage depression and feel more supported.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 42 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The therapy requires multiple sessions and internet access, which may not be feasible for all patients.
Conditions
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