Helping older adults with heart failure stick to their medication plans.
Development of a Values-Affirmation Intervention Targeting Medication Adherence in Older Adults with Heart Failure Completing Cardiac Rehabilitation
This study is looking to help older adults with heart failure stick to their medication by connecting it to what really matters to them in life, making it feel more meaningful and motivating.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Miriam Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10824842 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on older adults with heart failure who are participating in cardiac rehabilitation. It aims to improve medication adherence by connecting medication-taking to the patients' core values, making it a more meaningful part of their lives. The approach involves a values-affirmation intervention, where patients reflect on what is important to them, potentially enhancing their motivation to follow their medication regimen. The study will utilize randomized controlled trials to evaluate the effectiveness of this intervention.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 21 and above who are managing heart failure and are enrolled in cardiac rehabilitation programs.
Not a fit: Patients who are not managing heart failure or those who are not participating in cardiac rehabilitation may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better medication adherence among older adults with heart failure, reducing hospital readmissions and improving overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that values-affirmation interventions can be effective in promoting health behavior changes, suggesting potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Miriam Hospital — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gathright, Emily Claire — Miriam Hospital
- Study coordinator: Gathright, Emily Claire
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.