Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Psychological Status and Immune Function

The Effect of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) on Psychological Status and Immune Function of Colorectal Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy.

To explore the effect of CBT on psychological status of colorectal cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. To explore the effect of CBT on immune function of colorectal cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.

Cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy are often subjected to considerable psychological stress. CBT is considered as one of the effective methods to relieve stress. CBT is effective in alleviating depression and anxiety, but the effect of CBT on cognitive and immune function in patients with colorectal cancer undergoing chemotherapy remains uninvestigated.

Inclusion Criteria:

1.18≤age≤75; 2.Being scheduled to undergo colorectal cancer surgery; 3.Being able to complete all the assessment.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Having a history of tumor, mental disorders(including dementia), brain trauma or other cerebral diseases;
2. Having severe depression and anxiety currently;
3. Having alcohol dependence or other substance dependence;
4. Having serious physical illness;
5. Participating in other clinical studies.