Understanding the daily experiences and well-being of caregivers for older adults with Lewy Body Dementia.
Daily Experiences and Well-being among Caregivers for Older Adults Experiencing Lewy Body Dementia.
This study is looking at how taking care of someone with Lewy Body Dementia affects caregivers, so if you're a caregiver, you can share your experiences and help us understand how to better support you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas at Austin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Austin, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11079627 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the challenges faced by caregivers of individuals with Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), which includes Dementia with Lewy Bodies and Parkinson’s Disease with Dementia. Caregivers will participate by completing interviews and short surveys every few hours over four days to report on their experiences, stress levels, and the symptoms of the individuals they care for. Additionally, both caregivers and care recipients will wear Fitbits to monitor heart rate and sleep patterns, providing insights into the physiological impacts of caregiving. The goal is to identify how the symptoms of LBD affect caregiver stress and well-being, ultimately aiming to improve support for these caregivers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are caregivers who are living with a spouse or partner diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia.
Not a fit: Patients who are not caregivers or those who do not have a diagnosis of Lewy Body Dementia may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better support strategies for caregivers, enhancing their well-being and ability to manage caregiving demands.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding caregiver experiences can lead to improved interventions, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Austin, United States
- University of Texas at Austin — Austin, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fingerman, Karen L — University of Texas at Austin
- Study coordinator: Fingerman, Karen L
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.