Internet-administered, low-intensity cognitive behavioral therapy for parents of children treated for cancer: A feasibility trial (ENGAGE).

ABSTRACT:

Background

Parents of children treated for cancer may experience mental health difficulties, such as depression and anxiety. There is a lack of evidence-based psychological interventions for parents, with psychological support needs unmet. An internet-administered, guided, low-intensity cognitive behavioral therapy-based (LICBT) self-help intervention may provide a solution.

Methods

The feasibility and acceptability of such an intervention was examined using a single-arm feasibility trial (ENGAGE). Primary objectives examined: (1) estimates of recruitment and retention rates; (2) feasibility and acceptability of data collection instruments and procedures; and (3) intervention feasibility and acceptability. Clinical outcomes were collected at baseline, post-treatment (12 week

SUBMITTER: Thiblin E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10028033 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature