Intimacy Enhancement for Breast Cancer (C-QOL Trial)

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May be covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: Fox Chase Cancer Center

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?The primary objectives of this study are to adapt and evaluate a sexual quality of life intervention in women with metastatic breast cancer and their partners.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for women with stage IV breast cancer who live with a romantic partner. They must be at least 18 years old, have been in the relationship for over six months, and experience sexual concerns. Partners also need to be adults and both must speak English. Those with severe mental issues, other cancers (except non-melanoma skin cancer), current couple therapy, pregnancy, hearing impairments or without phone access can't join.

Inclusion Criteria

I am female.

I am 18 years old or older.

My breast cancer has spread to other parts of my body.

Exclusion Criteria

I have had cancer before, but it was not skin cancer (non-melanoma) or breast cancer.

Participant Groups

The study aims to improve sexual quality of life for women with metastatic breast cancer and their partners through two approaches: 'Adapted Intimacy Enhancement' which involves tailored counseling sessions, and 'Intimacy Facts and Resources' providing educational materials.

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: Adapted Intimacy EnhancementExperimental Treatment2 Interventions

Participants receive intimacy enhancement sessions and read a booklet about intimacy and metastatic breast cancer

Group II: Intimacy Facts & ResourcesActive Control1 Intervention

Participants read a booklet about intimacy and metastatic breast cancer.