Cancer can impact all aspects of life. While the primary focus of treatment is on eliminating or containing the cancer, the psychological toll can sometimes go unnoticed for breast cancer survivors. Researchers and clinicians do not have a lot of information about how we can provide psychological support through mobile technology. The purpose of this study is to gather information about how people use and respond to supportive smartphone apps.
Digital health interventions, delivered through smartphones, have the potential to significantly improve accessibility of care for the large number of breast cancer survivors who need mental and behavioral treatments. There is a need to evaluate a range of supportive interventions that target different aspects of mental health, such as negative thinking, coping skills, and knowledge.
The ultimate goal of this project is to develop a library of brief, smartphone-delivered interventions that cancer survivors can use to suit their needs to improve their overall mental health and wellbeing. Your participation in this study will benefit future breast cancer survivors by finding accessible and cost effective ways of providing supportive care. If interested, please visit our study website and complete an interest form: www.barcstrial.com