Glioblastoma Psychosocial Support Program

Psychosocial Support Program for Patients With Glioblastoma and Their Family Caregivers

The goal of the study is to conduct a pilot test of the psychosocial support intervention with family caregivers and/or patients coping with glioblastoma.

The specific aims of this study is to pilot test the psychosocial support program for patients with glioblastoma and/or their family caregivers. The investigators will recruit patient-caregiver dyads for the psychosocial support intervention; participants will have the choice whether to take part in the intervention as a dyad or individually given the variability of symptoms and progression of glioblastoma. The investigators will examine acceptability and feasibility of the intervention and examine whether participation in the program can help reduce distress and improve quality of life.

For patients:

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients who self-report a diagnosis of glioblastoma
• Age >18 years
• English Speaking

Exclusion Criteria:

• Lacks capacity for interview or is unable to provide informed consent
• Visual or hearing impairments or severe behavioral problems that preclude participation
• Too sick to participate

For caregivers:

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age >18 years
• English Speaking

Exclusion Criteria:

• Lacks capacity for interview or is unable to provide informed consent
• Visual or hearing impairments or severe behavioral problems that preclude participation
• Too sick to participate