Pilot Study of Mindset Moments Among Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Survivors

Purpose

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of the Mindset Moments™ (MM™) program in managing psychological distress and resiliency in adolescent and young adult cancer survivors. Study participation will involve attending 8 weekly, one hour, live online group sessions and completing daily 5 minute activities such as guided imageries and CBT check in within the app. Participants will also be asked to complete an online survey at the time of enrollment and at 4 and 8 weeks.

Conditions

  • Cancer
  • Youth Cancer
  • Young Adult Cancer
  • Distress, Psychological

Eligibility

Eligible Ages
Between 19 Years and 25 Years
Eligible Sex
All
Accepts Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Inclusion Criteria

  • 19-25 years of age - Prior AYA cancer diagnosis - Completed primary treatment for their cancer - Score of 3 or above on the Distress Thermometer at the time of recruitment

Exclusion Criteria

  • Individuals without legal capacity to give consent - Individuals who are not fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English

Study Design

Phase
N/A
Study Type
Interventional
Allocation
N/A
Intervention Model
Single Group Assignment
Primary Purpose
Supportive Care
Masking
None (Open Label)

Arm Groups

ArmDescriptionAssigned Intervention
Experimental
Interventional arm
Study participation will involve attending 8 weekly, one hour, live online group sessions and completing daily 5 minute activities such as guided imageries and CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) check-in within the app.
  • Behavioral: Mindset Moments
    MM™ includes: 1) CBT; 2) resilience training; 3) mindfulness-based stress reduction; 4) peer support; and 5) family conversations delivered in small virtual groups, with a "mentor" who facilitates resilience-building conversations prompted from "Skill of the Week" lessons.

Recruiting Locations

Duke Cancer Institute
Durham 4464368, North Carolina 4482348 27710
Contact:
Sophia K Smith, PhD, MSW
919-684-9628
sophia.smith@duke.edu

More Details

Status
Recruiting
Sponsor
Duke University

Study Contact

Andrea Pires, MS
919-660-8218
andrea.pires@duke.edu