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The purpose of this study is to learn about treatment of depression in people who have any type of cancer. Cognitive therapy (CT) helps improve depressive symptoms by targeting patient's thoughts and behaviors. People who are depressed tend to have more negative or pessimistic thoughts. CT helps people evaluate the accuracy of their thoughts. By encouraging patients to develop more balanced views, symptoms of depression begin to improve


Clinical Trial Description

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES:

I. Determine the efficacy of biobehavioral/cognitive therapy for cancer patients/survivors with major depression.

II. Test for the covariation between reduction in depressive symptoms and improvements in quality of life.

OUTLINE:

Patients undergo cognitive behavioral therapy comprising progressive muscle relaxation training, behavioral activation, seeking information as a coping strategy, enhancing social support, cognitive reappraisal, assertive communication, changing depressive core beliefs, goal setting and planning for maintenance, and maintenance over 1 hour once weekly sessions for 12-20 weeks, biweekly sessions for 4-6 weeks, and monthly sessions for 2-3 months for a total of 16-26 sessions.

After completion of study treatment, patients are followed up at 3, 6, and 12 months. ;


Study Design

Endpoint Classification: Efficacy Study, Intervention Model: Single Group Assignment, Masking: Open Label, Primary Purpose: Supportive Care


Related Conditions & MeSH terms


NCT number NCT01748734
Study type Interventional
Source Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center
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Status Completed
Phase Phase 2
Start date March 2011

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