The effects of Self-Book art therapy on cancer-related distress in female cancer patients during active treatment: A randomized controlled trial.

Objective: National attention on patients' cancer-related emotional distress produced a need for evidence-based, psychosocial interventions in oncology care. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of Self-Book art therapy for emotional distress and psychological well-being of female oncology patients during active oncology treatment.

Methods: Sixty consenting women with cancer were randomly assigned to either a 6-session Self-Book art therapy program or standard care.