A digital cognitive-behavioral stress management (CBSM) program delivered via a phone app performed better than a high-quality educational app at easing cancer patients stress.
Participants in the RESTORE study, results of which were presented this weekend at ASCO, saw “significant improvements” in depression and anxiety symptoms after using the Attune app.
Positive changes in symptoms of anxiety and depression were reported in patients with cancer following the use of a cognitive behavioral stress management app.