Effectiveness of a Technology‐Based Psychosocial Empowerment Program for Children With Cancer and Their Parents in Home‐Based Care: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Randomized controlled trial evaluates psychosocial outcomes in children with cancer and their parents, indicating enhanced well-being through technology-based support.
Key Points
This study evaluates the effectiveness of a technology-based psychosocial empowerment program for children with cancer and their parents at home.
Conducted a parallel-group randomized controlled trial with 64 participants.
Participants were assigned to an intervention group (web-based program) or control group (standard care).
Utilized validated measures to assess psychosocial outcomes before, after the intervention, and at one-month follow-up.
Data analysis was performed using variance analysis.
Children in the intervention group exhibited significantly higher self-efficacy and coping skills and lower anxiety levels.
Parents in the intervention group reported enhanced self-efficacy, problem-solving skills, and psychological resilience.
These improvements were significant (all p < 0.001) and sustained at one-month follow-up.