Tailoring a digital intervention for chronic pain and distress in youth following cancer: using focus groups to identify user needs and preferences.

In this study, focus groups will be conducted to gain deeper understanding regarding the needs and experiences of adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer survivors, how persistent pain and psychological distress interfere with their daily lives, and how a digital intervention could increase their resilience to pain and distress. Furthermore, the focus groups will explore participants’ needs and preferences regarding adaptions of an evidence-based digital treatment. The target population consists of youths (15-29 years), who experience persistent pain and distress following cancer. Focus groups will be conducted online, using a semi-structured focus group interview guide and activity-based questions. Collected data will be analysed using deductive and inductive reflexive thematic analysis.