Couples' QOL in Metastatic Breast Cancer

The primary objectives of this study are to adapt and evaluate a sexual quality of life intervention in women with metastatic breast cancer and their partners.

Inclusion Criteria:Patient is femalePatient is at least 18 years oldPatient has a diagnosis of metastatic (stage IV) breast cancerPatient has a partner or spouse who is at least 18 years oldPatient lives with a romantic partner (same or opposite sex) for at least 6 monthsPatient scores 3 or above on Patient Care Monitor sexual concerns item (range: 0-10)Exclusion Criteria:Patient or partner is not able to speak and read EnglishPatient or partner has a hearing impairmentPatient or partner medically unable to participate as judged by physician/in medical record or by self-reportPatient and partner do not have reliable telephone accessPatient has overt cognitive dysfunction or psychiatric disturbance such as suicidal ideation or severe mental illness, as observed or judged by the researcher, physician or referring source, or self-reportPatient past or current history of any cancer other than non-melanoma skin cancer or breast cancerPatient is currently participating in couple/marital therapyPatient is currently pregnant