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However, no study has systematically examined CALM in adults with brain metastases, despite the well-documented incidence of distress in this growing population. The primary aim of this trial was to assess the feasibility and acceptability of CALM in adults with brain metastases.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Patients with brain metastases (N\u2005=\u200513) and elevated symptoms of depression and\/or death anxiety enrolled in this single-arm trial. CALM was administered in 6 biweekly sessions, with outcomes assessed at baseline and post-intervention. Feasibility was assessed based on established metrics including enrollment and retention rates. Acceptability was measured by post-session surveys and post-intervention interviews. Preliminary signal change on measures of psychological distress was explored.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Of the 13 enrolled participants, 11 completed baseline assessments and initiated treatment: 73% female, Mage\u2005=\u200558 years (SD\u2005=\u200512.9; range\u2005=\u200537\u201375). Nine completed the study (81% retention rate). Overall, participants reported high perceived benefits and would recommend the program to others. Baseline to post-intervention assessments indicated improvements in depression, death anxiety, generalized anxiety, post-traumatic stress, suicidal ideation, and spiritual well-being. Life quality, substance use, and fear of cancer recurrence remained relatively stable.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>CALM is feasible and acceptable and may improve psychological distress in adults with brain metastases. 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