Parenting Support Intervention for Families Coping With Metastatic or Locally Recurrent Solid Tumor Diagnosis

Launched by M.D. ANDERSON CANCER CENTER · Sep 20, 2021

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at a special program designed to help parents who are dealing with a serious type of cancer called metastatic or locally recurrent solid tumors. The program aims to support parents in managing their parenting challenges, improve communication with their children about the cancer, and enhance the overall mental wellbeing of parents. If you are a parent diagnosed with this kind of cancer, you might find this support beneficial.

To participate in the study, you need to be at least 18 years old and have at least one child aged 4 to 12 living with you. You will also need to have a partner who helps you care for your children and is willing to join the study. Participants will be able to share their experiences and receive support, which may help them feel less stressed about parenting during this difficult time. The trial is currently looking for participants, and it's important to know that only English speakers with internet access can join.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Participants must (1) be diagnosed with a metastatic or locally recurrent solid malignant tumor and on active treatment; (2) be at least 18 years old; (3) have at least one dependent child between the ages of 4 and 16 and currently living with the parent; (4) be able to provide informed consent and (5) have a spousal caregiver over the age of 18 who co-parents the child(ren) (i.e. share custody) and is willing and able to consent to participate.\*
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Participants and caregivers who do not read and speak English and who do not have access to the internet.