Improving mood and cognitive function after stroke using a digital intervention

Efficacy and target engagement of a digital intervention to improve the depression-executive dysfunction syndrome after stroke

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · WEILL MEDICAL COLL OF CORNELL UNIV · NIH-10873174

This study is testing a new online program to help improve mood and thinking skills for people who have had a stroke, making it easier for them to feel better and manage their daily lives.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorWEILL MEDICAL COLL OF CORNELL UNIV (nih funded)
Locations1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10873174 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research aims to develop and evaluate a digital intervention designed to improve mood and cognitive function in patients who have experienced a stroke. The project focuses on understanding the brain mechanisms behind mood disorders and uses advanced imaging techniques to assess how well the intervention engages these targets. By providing a remote and accessible treatment option, the research seeks to address the challenges faced by stroke survivors dealing with depression and executive dysfunction. The approach includes mentorship and training for the principal investigator to ensure a robust and effective study design.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced a stroke and are suffering from depression and executive dysfunction.

Not a fit: Patients who have not had a stroke or do not exhibit symptoms of depression or cognitive dysfunction may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and accessible treatments for mood and cognitive issues following a stroke.

How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research in this area, the specific use of a digital intervention for post-stroke mood and cognitive dysfunction is relatively novel.

Where this research is happening

NEW YORK, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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Conditions: Acquired brain injury, Affective Disorders

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