Mobile phone support for dementia caregivers in Vietnam
Evaluating the Efficacy of Mobile-Phone-Based Psychoeducation Intervention on Depression, Anxiety, and Stress in Dementia Caregivers
This study tests if a mobile phone program can help reduce stress, depression, and anxiety in caregivers of people with dementia in Vietnam.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 172 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ho Chi Minh, Ho Chi Minh City) |
| Trial ID | NCT06700551 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a mobile phone-based psychoeducational intervention designed to reduce stress, depression, and anxiety among caregivers of individuals with dementia in Vietnam. Participants will be divided into an intervention group, receiving weekly psychoeducational content via the Zalo app, and a control group, continuing with standard care. The intervention covers various topics related to dementia care and assesses caregiver mental health before and after the program.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are primary caregivers of individuals with dementia who have been in this role for at least six months and are willing to engage with mobile technology.
Not a fit: Patients who have acute diseases, cognitive impairments, or significant sensory impairments may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve the mental well-being of dementia caregivers, reducing their stress and enhancing their caregiving abilities.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with mobile-based interventions for caregiver support, indicating potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Primary Caregiver Requirement: Participants must have been the primary caregivers of poeple with dementia for at least the past 6 months and plan to continue in this role for the next 6 months of the intervention. Patients with demeentia criteria: Patients must have been diagnosed with dementia for at least 6 months and reside within the community. * Language and Education Requirement: Participants must be able to read and understand Vietnamese (with at least a primary education level) and be willing to participate in the study. * Smartphone Requirement: Participants must own a smartphone with the Zalo app or be willing to install it (with a brief training session provided for new users). * Age Requirement: Participants must be aged 18 years or older. Exclusion Criteria: * Having any acute diseases or cognitive impairment (screening by Mini-Cog) or * Having vision or hearing impairment
Where this trial is running
Ho Chi Minh, Ho Chi Minh City
- Nhan Dan Gia Dinh Hospital — Ho Chi Minh, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Tran TT Nguyen, MD, MSc — University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City
- Study coordinator: Tran TT Nguyen, MD, MSc
- Email: nguyentrantotran@ump.edu.vn
- Phone: +84 979635889
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.