Opening the Conversation Study
Completed · Not applicable
Conditions studied: Breast Cancer, Gynecologic Cancer
In brief
Young adult survivors of breast and gynecologic cancer face a number of challenges, including interrupted life plans. As many as two-thirds of these young survivors experience negative effects of cancer and cancer treatment on their reproductive health, including sexual function and ability to have children. These are among the most distressing aspects of life after cancer for young survivors and their partners, and when left unaddressed, lead to poorer mental health and quality of life. Yet, surprisingly, evidence-based programs are not available to help young couples manage this aspect of life after cancer. In this study, we will adapt and evaluate an intervention designed to help young couples cope with and communicate about cancer-related reproductive and sexual health concerns.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT04806724
- Run by
- Oregon State University
- People needed
- 158
- Starts
- 2021-09-01
- Expected to finish
- 2025-08-05
- Last updated by the study team
- 2026-02-19
Who can join
Age: 18 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Cancer survivor participants:
- Cancer diagnosis between ages 18-39 years
- Current age 18-44
- Cancer diagnosis 6 months-5 years prior to enrollment
- Diagnosed with breast and/or gynecologic cancer
- Cancer stage 1-4
- Ability to participate in a videoconference intervention
- Has committed partner willing to participate
- English speaking
- High speed internet access via smart phone, tablet and/or computer
- Partner participants:
- Age 18 or older
- English speaking
- Ability to participate in a videoconference intervention
- High speed internet access via smart phone, tablet and/or computer
You may not qualify if…
- Cancer survivors and partners are excluded if either partner does not meet eligibility criteria. Both partners must enroll or the dyad will be excluded.
Where it is running
- Oregon State University — Corvallis, Oregon, United States
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