Understanding how culture influences decision-making in Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
Next-Gen ethnography to understand decision-making among diverse populations impacted by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD)
This study looks at how different cultures influence the experiences of people with Alzheimer's and their caregivers, aiming to create helpful tools that make it easier for everyone involved in their care to understand and manage the condition better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11015360 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how cultural factors affect the experiences of patients and caregivers dealing with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD). By employing a qualitative approach known as comparative ethnography, the study aims to gather insights from diverse populations receiving care in various settings. The findings will help develop tailored decision-support tools for stakeholders involved in ADRD care, enhancing their understanding and management of the condition. The research also focuses on creating innovative methods to analyze and present qualitative data effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include patients diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias and their caregivers from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have Alzheimer's disease or related dementias, or those who are not involved in caregiving, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved decision-making support for patients and caregivers affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has successfully utilized ethnographic methods to understand cultural influences in healthcare, suggesting a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dohan, Daniel P. — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Dohan, Daniel P.
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.