Positive Psychology Intervention to Improve Quality of Life in Stem Cell Transplant Survivors and Their Caregivers

Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation Recipient Clinical Trial

Official title: Feasibility of a Positive Psychology Intervention for Hematopoietic Cell Transplant Survivors to Improve Quality of Life

Status Completed

Clinical Trial Summary

This trial studies a positive psychology intervention designed to improve quality of life in stem cell transplant survivors and their caregivers. Positive psychology (PP) uses systematic exercises (e.g., gratitude letters, acts of kindness) to potentially boost levels of optimism, resilience, and life enjoyment. PP interventions are often enjoyable, easy to understand, and can be delivered via telephone. PP intervention may improve the quality of life of participants who have undergone a stem cell transplant or their caregivers.

Clinical Trial Description

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES:

I. Pilot a positive psychology intervention delivered to hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) survivors and interested caregivers over an 8 week period.

II. Determine the proportion of patients who enroll and the immediate benefit to participants, as measured by pre- and post-exercise measures of happiness and optimism.

III. Pilot outcome data collection mechanisms in preparation for a randomized clinical trial.

OUTLINE:

Participants and caregivers receive a positive psychology exercise manual, complete positive psychology exercises every week, and participate in phone sessions over 30 minutes every week for 8 weeks.

After completion of study, participants are followed up at 6 months. ;

Related Conditions & MeSH terms

• Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation Recipient

• NCT number: NCT03525106
• Study type: Interventional
• Source: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
• Status: Completed
• Phase: N/A
• Start date: May 18, 2018
• Completion date: March 1, 2020