Understanding family care and well-being for people with dementia in Asia
Official title: Characterizing Family Structure, Care Utilization, and Well-Being among Persons with ADRD in the Asian Region
Funded at Duke University · NIH-11131727 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how different family setups and caregiving styles affect the well-being of people with Alzheimer's and related dementias in various Asian countries, focusing on the important role of adult children as caregivers and finding ways to improve care that fits cultural needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project start | May 15, 2025 |
| Project end | February 28, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $840,931 |
| NIH project number | 1R01AG089264-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11131727 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias living in Asian countries, along with their adult children who are involved in their care.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have Alzheimer's Disease or related dementias, or those who are not receiving care from family members, may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how family structures and caregiving practices impact the well-being of individuals with Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) in various Asian countries. It focuses on the role of adult children as primary caregivers, exploring cultural expectations and the challenges they face in providing care. The study aims to identify effective care strategies that are culturally appropriate and can be implemented in diverse community settings. By gathering data from families, the research seeks to inform better care practices tailored to the needs of Asian populations affected by dementia.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved caregiving strategies and support systems for families caring for individuals with dementia in Asia.
How similar studies have gone: While there has been research on dementia care in Western populations, this study aims to address a gap in understanding culturally specific caregiving practices in Asian contexts, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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Duke University
Durham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Xu, Hanzhang — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Xu, Hanzhang
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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.