Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Leukemia and Lymphoma-related Fatigue

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Sriram Yennu | MD Anderson Cancer Center

Overseen bySriram Yennu

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Phase 2

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

No Placebo Group

Prior Safety Data

Approved in 3 Jurisdictions

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial studies how well cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) works in helping patients with acute myeloid leukemia or lymphoma manage cancer-related fatigue. CBT involves talking with a therapist to change thinking and behavior patterns, which can help reduce fatigue and improve emotional well-being. CBT has been shown to be effective in reducing fatigue and improving emotional well-being in various conditions, including chronic fatigue syndrome and cancer-related fatigue.

Research Team

Sriram Yennu

Principal Investigator

M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for patients with acute myeloid leukemia or lymphoma who are experiencing cancer-related fatigue. They must have a performance status indicating they can carry out light activity, have had persistent fatigue for at least two weeks, and not be severely anemic. Participants should speak English or Spanish and haven't received cognitive behavioral therapy in the past year.

Inclusion Criteria

I can communicate in English or Spanish.

Seen at leukemia and lymphoma clinics at University of Texas (UT) MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas and its affiliates in University of Texas.

I can take care of myself but might not be able to do heavy physical work.

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Exclusion Criteria

I have undergone cognitive behavioral therapy in the last year.

Inability to comply with study protocol procedures.

I have had a cancer diagnosis different from my current one.

Treatment Details

Interventions

Cognitive Behavior Therapy (Behavioural Intervention)

Trial OverviewThe study is testing whether cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help reduce fatigue in patients with certain types of blood cancers. CBT aims to change thinking and behavior patterns that contribute to patients' anxiety, depression, and overall fatigue levels.

Participant Groups

1Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Supportive Care (CBT)Experimental Treatment3 Interventions

Patients undergo CBT consisting of 7 counseling sessions, up to 45 minutes each over the phone.

Cognitive Behavior Therapy is already approved in Canada for the following indications: