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Culinary Medicine for Cancer Caregivers

20 participantsStarted 2024-07-25

Plain-language summary

Pediatric cancer and the therapies used in treatment can affect nutritional status, which can impact treatment tolerance, survival, and overall well-being. Poorly managed side effects can lead to long-term poor dietary habits. Caregivers who endure the psychosocial toll of these effects, also face risks to their own well-being. Prioritizing interventions that enhance caregivers' ability to provide quality care and improve long-term health is crucial. The primary aim of this study is to determine the feasibility and acceptability of an 8-week culinary medicine intervention with caregiver coaching for caregivers of children undergoing cancer treatment. The secondary aim is to estimate the effect of the intervention on caregiving preparedness, caregiver self-confidence for managing patient treatment side effects, eating-related distress, and dietary intake. In-depth interviews will explore participant experiences and perspectives on the feasibility and acceptability of the culinary nutrition program, and to inform interpretation of findings and future program refinement.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years

SexALL

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\*Please note the above age limit and 'accepts health volunteers' specifications are related to the caregiver as the participant. Additional age limit criteria for patient is listed below. All caregivers will be providing care for a child undergoing current cancer treatment. Inclusion Criteria, Patient: * Receiving active cancer treatment for a liquid or solid cancer diagnosis * At least 4-17 years of age * English-speaking * Taking \>50% intake orally * Approved to participate by both their oncologist and registered dietitian nutritionist Exclusion Criteria, Patient: * Undergoing bone marrow transplantation * Receiving active cancer treatment for a brain tumor Inclusion Criteria, Caregiver: * Caregiver (parent or legal guardian) of a child who meets the inclusion and exclusion criteria for patients, above * Can read and speak English * Has access to a computer (i.e., tablet, laptop, desktop computer) and internet * Is at least 18 years of age * Has the ability to provide informed consent

What they're measuring

Feasibility of the intervention as assessed by participant session attendance, assessment completion, and participant retention.

Timeframe: During the intervention; immediately after the intervention; and 3-months after the intervention

Acceptability of the intervention as assessed by comprehension of intervention content, personal relevance, and appropriate information volume.

Timeframe: During the intervention; immediately after the intervention; and 3-months after the intervention

Usage of the intervention as assessed by the number of recipes used.

Timeframe: During the intervention; immediately after the intervention; and 3-months after the intervention

Usability of the intervention as assessed by ease of use and plan for continued use.

Timeframe: During the intervention; immediately after the intervention; and 3-months after the intervention

Perceived usefulness as assessed by the extent to which the session was useful in helping participants to increase their confidence, overcome barriers, and increase the support they receive.

Timeframe: During the intervention; immediately after the intervention; and 3-months after the intervention

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06523322

SponsorDrexel University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2024-10-31

Contact for this trial

Brandy-Joe Milliron, PhD

267-251-0902 bm645@drexel.edu

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