Improving Communication: Black Men with Prostate Cancer and Partners
Research type
Research Study
Full title
Developing And Testing a Psychosocial Intervention to Promote Communication and Mutual Problem-Solving Between Black Men with Prostate Cancer and Their Partners.
IRAS ID
365347
Contact name
Olufikayo Bamidele
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
University of Hull
Duration of Study in the UK
1 years, 11 months, 31 days
Research summary
Prostate cancer is the most common malignancy found in men, affecting 1 in 4 Black men. Commonly referred to as a couple’s disease, the dynamics of the prostate cancer care journey is complex and can consist of emotional and mental health challenges for both men and their partners, impacting their relationship. However, psychosocial interventions have been noted to improve the quality of life and emotional wellbeing of couples along the prostate cancer journey. Existing interventions which are mostly developed, structured, and tested mostly among the Caucasian population, do not account for the unique socio-cultural context present in Black communities.
The aim of this study is to develop and test a psychosocial intervention that is culturally sensitive to improve communication and promote mutual problem solving among Black men with prostate cancer and their partners in the United Kingdom.
To achieve the study, a four-phased mixed methods study with integrated Patient and Public Involvement will be employed involving intervention planning, intervention development, intervention optimisation and intervention testing. During this study, Black men with prostate cancer and their partners will be interviewed to understand their experience. Together with the response from the interviews and available information from already conducted research, an intervention will be developed together with Black men with prostate cancer and their partners.
The development of a culturally sensitive psychosocial intervention for Black men with prostate cancer and their partners will contribute to addressing inequalities present in the support of communication needs for this population. The communication tool will help to eliminate the invisibility of partners along this care journey. Using this tool, health care professionals will be better equipped to support the physical and psychosocial health of the couple.
REC name
East Midlands - Leicester South Research Ethics Committee
REC reference
26/EM/0017
Date of REC Opinion
4 Mar 2026
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion