Understanding how caregiving affects health in neurodegenerative disease
Interpersonal Emotion Regulation in Neurodegenerative Disease: Pathways to Caregiver Health
This study looks at how caregivers feel and cope when taking care of loved ones with Alzheimer's or frontotemporal dementia, aiming to find ways to help them manage their emotions better and stay healthy while providing care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Georgetown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11083220 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the emotional dynamics between caregivers and individuals with neurodegenerative diseases, particularly focusing on Alzheimer's Disease and frontotemporal dementia. It aims to explore how caregivers manage their emotions during stressful interactions with their care recipients, and how these emotional processes impact the caregivers' health. By comparing caregivers of individuals with different types of dementia, the study seeks to identify specific emotional regulation strategies that can mitigate negative health outcomes for caregivers. The research employs a combination of behavioral assessments and neurobiological measures to understand these interpersonal dynamics.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include caregivers of individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease or frontotemporal dementia.
Not a fit: Patients who are not caregivers or who do not have a close relationship with someone suffering from neurodegenerative diseases may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved support strategies for caregivers, enhancing their mental and physical well-being.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that emotional regulation strategies can significantly impact caregiver health, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Washington, United States
- Georgetown University — Washington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Brown, Casey Leigh — Georgetown University
- Study coordinator: Brown, Casey Leigh
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.