Fighting the Fear of Cancer Recurrence in Cancer Survivors: A Pilot Study on the Effectiveness of Metacognitive Therapy

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Conditions studied: Fear of Cancer Recurrence, Cancer Survivors, Psychological Distress

In brief

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of metacognitive therapy (MCT) in reducing fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) among cancer survivors. With advances in cancer treatment, more patients are surviving cancer. However, many survivors continue to experience fear of cancer recurrence, which can affect their emotional well-being, quality of life, and ability to return to normal daily activities. In this study, participants will receive a structured psychological intervention adapted from the ConquerFear program. This program has been modified to better fit local cultural needs. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either metacognitive therapy or relaxation therapy. The study will compare the effects of these interventions on reducing fear of cancer recurrence, as well as their impact on emotional distress and quality of life. The results of this study may help develop effective psychological treatments to support cancer survivors in managing fear of recurrence and improving overall well-being.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT07500168

Run by

Koo Foundation Sun Yat-Sen Cancer Center

People needed

120

Starts

2026-04-01

Expected to finish

2028-12-31

Last updated by the study team

2026-03-30

Who can join

Age: 18 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Age 18 years or older.
• Patients with cancer classified as stage I, II, or III according to the TNM staging system who have completed primary cancer treatment.
• Ability to understand and read Chinese, with no significant cognitive impairment.
• A score of 13 or higher on a validated measure of fear of cancer recurrence.

You may not qualify if…

• Individuals with severe psychiatric disorders.
• Individuals who have difficulty communicating in Mandarin. -

Where it is running

• Koo Foundation Sun Yat-Sen Cancer Center — Taipei, Taipei, Taiwan

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