Can a Self-Help model ease cancer Patients' distress?
NCT ID NCT06674499
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a self-help rehabilitation model for people with head and neck cancer who are feeling anxious or depressed. Participants are randomly assigned to either the self-help program or standard care. The program includes three therapy sessions over eight weeks, led by a trained nurse. Researchers measure changes in emotional distress and quality of life using questionnaires and blood tests.
What this could mean
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Active substance
self-help rehabilitation model based on cognitive-behavioral therapy
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a simple, therapist-guided program to help cancer patients manage anxiety and depression during recovery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 144 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The intervention is behavioral, so benefits may vary.
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Locations
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WestChina Hospital
Chengdu, Sichuan, China