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A low-intensity, four-session group-based cognitive-behavioral therapy intervention (CBT-OP-4) is feasible, highly acceptable, and associated with improvements in psychological distress and depressive symptoms among women with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer receiving palliative care. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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The study aimed to investigate the feasibility and psychological outcomes of a cognitive-behavioral therapy intervention for women with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer.

May 17, 2026Supportive Care in CancerOpen Access

Feasibility study of the Four-Session Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy–based Psychological Intervention Program for women with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer

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The study aimed to investigate the feasibility and psychological outcomes of a cognitive-behavioral therapy intervention for women with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer.
Conducted a prospective feasibility study with 13 women diagnosed with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer.
Administered self-reported measures of distress, depression, and other psychological domains before and after a four-session CBT-based group intervention.
Examined feasibility and acceptability through qualitative interviews and patient satisfaction surveys.
Participants showed significant improvements in psychological distress, depressive symptoms, and perceived stigma following the intervention.
There was a notable increase in self-compassion among participants post-intervention.
Participants rated the program as highly acceptable, appreciating its relevance to their condition.

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Feasibility study investigates psychological outcomes from a cognitive-behavioral therapy intervention among women receiving palliative care, suggesting benefit.

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Szekeres et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a095c6d7880e6d24efe293b https://doi.org/10.1007/s00520-026-10782-z

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Feasibility study investigates psychological outcomes from a cognitive-behavioral therapy intervention among women receiving palliative care, suggesting benefit.

Feasibility study of the Four-Session Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy–based Psychological Intervention Program for women with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer

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Feasibility study of the Four-Session Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy–based Psychological Intervention Program for women with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer

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