Using mindfulness to improve cognitive health in older Latinx adults at risk for Alzheimer's disease
Mindfulness to Enhance Cognitive Health in Latinx Older Adults at Risk for Alzheimer's Disease
This study is looking at how mindfulness programs can support Latinx older adults who may be at risk for Alzheimer's disease by offering culturally tailored activities to help improve their mental health and reduce stress.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10871433 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how mindfulness-based programs can help Latinx older adults who are at risk for Alzheimer's disease. It focuses on creating a culturally-adapted mindfulness training that addresses the unique needs of this community, considering language and healthcare access barriers. The program aims to improve cognitive health and reduce risk factors associated with Alzheimer's, such as chronic stress and depression. Participants will engage in group-based mindfulness activities designed to enhance their mental well-being and cognitive function.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Latinx older adults who are at risk for Alzheimer's disease and experience age-related cognitive decline.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Latinx or who do not have a risk for Alzheimer's disease may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a low-cost and effective intervention to help prevent Alzheimer's disease in at-risk Latinx older adults.
How similar studies have performed: Preliminary evidence suggests that mindfulness-based programs have shown success in improving cognitive health in similar populations, indicating potential for this culturally-adapted approach.
Where this research is happening
Saint Louis, United States
- Washington University — Saint Louis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Braver, Todd S — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Braver, Todd S
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.