What happens to your facebook when you die? cancer patients share their wishes
NCT ID NCT05035667
First seen Nov 03, 2025 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 34 times
Summary
This study looks at how people with advanced cancer decide what should happen to their social media accounts after they pass away. Researchers at MD Anderson Cancer Center are surveying 117 patients to understand if they've talked to family or friends about managing accounts like Facebook or Instagram. The goal is to learn what patients need and reduce anxiety around this part of end-of-life planning.
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M D Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors and families better support patients' wishes about their digital legacy, reducing stress around end-of-life decisions.
What could go wrong
This is a small, observational study at one cancer center, so findings may not apply to all patients. It only surveys opinions, not testing a treatment.
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