Award
NIH Reporter #5R01CA285621-04
Meaning-Centered Psychotherapy to Meet Palliative Care Needs of Cancer Caregivers
Recipient
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Award Amount
$452,760.00
Ceiling
$452,760.00
Awarded
February 27, 2026
Identifier
5R01CA285621-04
Award for a project evaluating Meaning-Centered Psychotherapy to support cancer caregivers, aiming to improve their wellbeing and reduce distress through a randomized controlled trial.
Description
The project focuses on evaluating the efficacy of Meaning-Centered Psychotherapy for Cancer Caregivers (MCP-C). The study involves a randomized controlled trial with assessments at baseline, post-treatment, and follow-up. The project aims to improve caregivers’ sense of meaning, spiritual wellbeing, and reduce distress. The award is part of NIH’s efforts to support psychosocial interventions in cancer care.