Cancer study: GOLD Program
Official title GOLD: Brief Intervention to Reduce Anxiety and Promote Resilience in Families of Youth With Cancer
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05415007
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether a virtual counseling and education program can reduce anxiety and build resilience in caregivers of children with cancer.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you are a parent or guardian of a child who has cancer.
- What's involved
- You will receive online counseling sessions and educational materials. You will talk with a therapist and learn coping skills.
- Time commitment
- The program lasts a few weeks and includes several online visits and follow‑up check‑ins.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 8 to 18
You may be able to join if
- Inclusion and
You likely can't join if
- Parents Inclusion
- Child (0-17yrs) with recent (\<12 mo) cancer diagnosis
- Fluent in English
- Lack of proficiency in written and spoken English
- Parent is under age 18
- Active Suicidal Ideation
See the full eligibility criteria
- Inclusion and
- Parents Inclusion
- Child (0-17yrs) with recent (\<12 mo) cancer diagnosis
- Fluent in English
- Lack of proficiency in written and spoken English
- Parent is under age 18
- Active Suicidal Ideation
- Recent (\<12 mo) cancer diagnosis in child
- 8-17 Years old
- Cannot read English
- Parent is not enrolled in the study Anyone who is not a caregiver of children who have been diagnosed with cancer within the past 12 months will be excluded.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- San Francisco, California, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 8 years to 18 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at San Francisco, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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