Overview
To learn more about the experiences of adolescent and young adult cancer survivors and investigate whether a group-based writing intervention can help to improve quality of life of adolescent and young adult cancer survivors.
Description
Primary Objective:
To evaluate the feasibility of a virtual, group-based expressive writing intervention for survivors of adolescent and young adult cancer.
Secondary Objective:
To preliminarily assess the impact of the study for cancer survivors.
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria:
- Age 15 - 39 years at cancer diagnosis
- Age 18 - 39 years at study entry
- Diagnosed between 1 and 5 years ago prior to enrollment
- Can speak, read, and write in English
Exclusion criteria:
- Nonmelanoma skin cancer
- Major mental health disorder (e.g., schizophrenia or bipolar disorder \[determined from patient records or self-disclosure\])
- No internet access.
