Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial teaches cholangiocarcinoma patients a technique called EFT through online coaching to help reduce anxiety and depression. The study aims to see if this method can improve their mental health and quality of life. Participants' symptoms are measured at different stages of the coaching process. EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) has been studied as a treatment for anxiety, depression, and stress in various populations, including nursing students and individuals with chronic conditions.
Research Team
DC
Dawson Church, PhD
Principal Investigator
Soul Medicine Institute
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for patients with cholangiocarcinoma, a rare bile duct cancer. Participants must be able to fill out forms and attend coaching sessions over the phone. There are no specific exclusion criteria listed, so it's open to individuals who meet the inclusion conditions.Inclusion Criteria
Ability to complete forms and attend phone coaching sessions
I have been diagnosed with bile duct cancer.
Exclusion Criteria
Not applicable.
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Lifestyle Counseling with Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) (Behavioral Intervention)
Trial OverviewThe study tests if Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), taught through phone and internet group sessions, can reduce anxiety and depression in cancer patients. It includes assessments before, during, and up to one year after EFT coaching using various psychological and quality of life scales.
Participant Groups
1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: 1Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
Lifestyle Counseling with Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Soul Medicine Institute
Lead Sponsor
Trials
12
Recruited
650+