Muasher-Kerwin, Christy
Hughes, M. Courtney
Econie, Samantha M.
Article History
Received: 9 September 2025
Accepted: 2 March 2026
First Online: 16 March 2026
Declarations
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: This study involved secondary analysis of data posted on publicly accessible online forums for individuals affected by brain cancer and their caregivers. The research protocol was reviewed by the Northern Illinois University Institutional Review Board and determined to be exempt from full IRB review under federal regulations, as it involved analysis of publicly available data and posed no reasonably foreseeable risk to individuals. No identifying information (e.g., names or location details) was collected or retained, and all analyses were conducted on de-identified data.
: Not applicable.
: The authors declare no competing interests.