Coping-Together: A Randomised Controlled Trial of a Self-directed Coping Skills Intervention for Patients with Cancer and their Partners [ 2012 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Afaf Girgis (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Cathrine Mihalopoulos ,  Dr Sylvie Lambert ,  Prof Karen Kayser ,  Prof Margaret Turner
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Brief description Although a cancer diagnosis and treatment have profound effects on both patients and their partners, most supportive care interventions target patients, whilst neglecting partners. To address this gap, our team is developing a Coping-Together intervention, which includes a novel, self-directed coping skills training workbook to assist couples affected by cancer manage common challenges post-diagnosis. This study will examine the efficacy of the Coping-Together intervention in decreasing couples’ anxiety at 2, 5, 9, and 12 months post-baseline.

Funding Amount $AUD 933,145.81

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant