Evidence for psychological and-or educational interventions for cancer-related fatigue: A systematic review [ 2008 - 2013 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Sally Bennett (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Pamela Meredith

Brief description Potential benefits to the community: Fatigue is one of the most common and distressing symptoms experienced by people with cancer and can exacerbate the experience of other symptoms, negatively affect mood, and impact on function and quality of life. Understanding which interventions are effective in helping people cope with cancer-related fatigue is important to inform decision-making by consumers, clinicians working in palliative care and policy makers. Objectives: This study aims to systematically review the evidence for psychological and-or educational interventions for managing cancer-related fatigue. Methods: This study will use the Cochrane Collaboration’s methodology to search, critically appraise, and analyse randomised controlled trials of psychological and-or educational interventions. This will involve collaboration with consumers and with the Cochrane Pain, Palliative Care, and Supportive Care Collaborative Review Group. This review will inform decision-making at all levels, assist in research translation and identify further gaps in the research regarding this distressing symptom.

Funding Amount $AUD 28,283.00

Funding Scheme NHMRC Strategic Awards

Notes Palliative Care Research