Gynecological Cancer
Conditions
Brief summary
This study explores the caregiving needs of male spouses and develops an instant messaging software intervention to provide effective support. The goal is to help male spouses better adjust to their caregiving roles, reduce psychological stress and emotional distress, and improve overall health. A randomized controlled trial will be conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of the mobile instant messaging intervention, analyzing its impact on reducing psychological distress and improving the quality of life of male spouses.
Interventions
BEHAVIORALinstant messaging software
instant messaging software
Sponsors
National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Sciences
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH
Masking
SINGLE (Subject)
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
MALE
Age
18 Years to 80 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
1. Age 18 or older, with a diagnosis of gynecological cancer (including cancers of the cervix, endometrium, fallopian tubes, ovaries, uterus, or vagina), and whose spouse has not been diagnosed with any other type of cancer; 2. The spouse has undergone cancer treatment, including surgery, chemotherapy, or radiotherapy; 3. Clear consciousness and ability to communicate in Mandarin or Taiwanese; 4. Willingness to participate in the study after being informed of the study purpose and procedures.
Exclusion criteria
Individuals with psychiatric disorders.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Supportive Care Needs -Partners & Caregivers 45, SCNS-P&C45 | Post-intervention assessments will be conducted at 1 month, 3 months, and 6 months after the intervention. |
Countries
Taiwan
Contacts
Primary ContactHung-Ru Lin, PhD
Outcome results
None listed