Evaluating Procedures for a Study of the AYA Survivors Coping and Emotional Needs Toolkit

Evaluating the Feasibility and Acceptability of Study Procedures for a Full Factorial Trial of the AYA Survivors Coping and Emotional Needs Toolkit (ASCENT)

The investigators developed a digital intervention that aims to help adolescent and young adult cancer survivors (AYAs) manage symptoms of depression. This tool includes daily mood tracking, a psychoeducational module about cancer and depression, four components that are based on evidence-based interventions for depression. The goal of this study is to evaluate the acceptability of procedures for a future trial in which the investigators will test which component or combination of components meaningfully contribute to improvements in depressive symptoms among AYAs. Additionally, the investigators will evaluate study feasibility as well as intervention acceptability, satisfaction, usability, and engagement.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age at enrollment (adolescents 15-17, emerging adults 18-25, young adults 26-39)
• Age at diagnosis (adolescents 12-17, emerging adults 15-25, young adults 15-39)
• Time since completion of treatment: 1 month to 5 years
• Language: Fluent in English (spoken and written)
• Technology: Own smart phone with data plan

Exclusion Criteria:

• Mental Health: Current diagnosis of severe or persistent mental illness
• Suicidality: Severe suicidal ideation (including plan and intent)