Pilot Study of Mindset Moments Among Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Survivors
Summary
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.
Arms & interventions
- BehavioralMindset 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.
Outcome measures
Primary
Anxiety as measured by the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS)
8-measure short form to assess the severity of anxiety symptoms within the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) framework. The total score ranges from 8 to 40, where a higher score indicates greater anxiety.
Time frame: 8 weeks
Secondary
Depression as measured by the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS)
Time frame: 8 weeks
Symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) as measured by the PCL-5
Time frame: 8 weeks
Distress as measured by the National Comprehensive Cancer Network's (NCCN) Distress Thermometer (DT)
Time frame: 8 weeks
Ability to deal with stressful situations as measured by the Shift-and-Persist Scale
Time frame: 8 weeks
Eligibility criteria
Study locations (1)
Duke Cancer Institute
Durham, North Carolina, 27710