Cancer's hidden toll: study probes social struggles of young patients
NCT ID NCT04328350
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how cancer treatment changes the social lives of adolescents and young adults aged 15 to 22. Researchers will survey patients on and off therapy about their friendships, loneliness, and family relationships. The goal is to understand their social needs and guide future support programs.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could point toward better psychosocial support programs to help young cancer patients maintain friendships and social well-being.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not directly improve health, and findings may not apply to all young cancer patients.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Memphis, Tennessee, 38105, United States
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