Efficacy and Cost-Effectiveness of an ACT and Compassion-Based Intervention for Women with Breast Cancer
Author Information
Author(s): Trindade Inês A., Soares Andreia, Skvarc David, Carreiras Diogo, Pereira Joana, Lourenço Óscar, Sampaio Filipa, de Sousa Bruno, Martins Teresa C., Boaventura Paula, Marta-Simões Joana, Mind Project Team, Moreira Helena
Primary Institution: University of Coimbra
Hypothesis
Women with breast cancer receiving the Mind programme will show increased levels of psychosocial and biological outcomes than those in the control group(s).
Conclusion
The study aims to test the efficacy and cost-effectiveness of the Mind programme, which integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and compassion-based approaches for women with breast cancer.
Supporting Evidence
- Previous pilot studies showed the Mind programme to be acceptable and effective in improving quality of life.
- Interventions based on ACT and compassion have shown promise in improving adjustment and quality of life in cancer patients.
- Mindfulness-based interventions have been found to decrease stress, depression, and anxiety in cancer patients.
Takeaway
This study is testing a special program to help women with breast cancer feel better and cope better with their illness.
Methodology
Women diagnosed with breast cancer will be randomly assigned to either the Mind programme or a support group intervention, with data collected at baseline, post-treatment, and 6-month follow-up.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to reliance on self-reported data and the nature of participant recruitment.
Limitations
High risk of participant dropout and challenges in recruiting patients already overwhelmed with treatment.
Participant Demographics
Women aged 18 to 70 diagnosed with breast cancer, stages I to III.
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