A program to improve communication for couples dealing with mild cognitive impairment
Keeping on Course: A Communication-Focused Psychoeducation Program for Dyads Coping With Mild Cognitive Impairment
This study tests a new online program to help couples dealing with mild cognitive impairment improve their communication and support each other better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 48 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Emory University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Atlanta, Georgia) |
| Trial ID | NCT05423912 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
The Keeping on Course program aims to develop and evaluate a psychoeducational intervention designed for dyads coping with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). This program focuses on enhancing communication skills and strategies to help both the individual with MCI and their care partner regain a sense of agency in their lives. By addressing the emotional and relational challenges that arise following an MCI diagnosis, the program seeks to provide support and coping mechanisms for both parties involved. The intervention will be delivered online, allowing for flexibility and accessibility for participants.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment and their care partners who live together.
Not a fit: Patients who are not diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment or those who cannot participate in the program due to language barriers or lack of internet access may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve the quality of life and communication for patients with mild cognitive impairment and their caregivers.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in psychoeducational interventions for cognitive impairment, suggesting that this approach may be beneficial.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Either a person with MCI, defined as a score of 23-27 on the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) or a score of 19-25 on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), or an MCI care partner * Can read, speak, and understand English * Have internet connectivity and a separate zoom-enabled device for each dyad member * Dyads must live together, as this will provide sufficient opportunity for intervention homework and communication practice activities Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals who are not yet adults (infants, children, teenagers) * Pregnant women * Prisoners * Individuals who are not able to clearly understand and speak English * Those living with MCI will need to successfully complete a capacity to consent survey to be included in the study
Where this trial is running
Atlanta, Georgia
- Emory Clinic at Executive Park — Atlanta, Georgia, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Kenneth Hepburn, PhD — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Kenneth Hepburn, PhD
- Email: khepbur@emory.edu
- Phone: 404-712-9286
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.