Telehealth support for family caregivers of dementia patients
Utilizing Telehealth to Reduce Pre-Death Grief, Burden, and Stress in Family Caregivers
This study is testing whether online mental health support can help family caregivers of people with dementia feel less stressed and overwhelmed.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 120 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Texas Tech University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lubbock, Texas) |
| Trial ID | NCT05696704 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to evaluate the effectiveness of evidence-based interventions delivered via telehealth to reduce psychological distress, burden, and stress among informal caregivers of individuals with dementia. The study will focus on two specific therapies: Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy and Behavior Activation. By utilizing telehealth, the study seeks to provide accessible mental health support to caregivers who may face barriers to traditional in-person therapy.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are informal caregivers, such as family members or close friends, of individuals with dementia who are aged 18 to 89 and can communicate in English.
Not a fit: Patients who are formal caregivers or those with cognitive impairments will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve the mental health and well-being of family caregivers, enhancing their ability to provide care.
How similar studies have performed: While telehealth interventions for mental health support are gaining traction, this specific approach targeting informal caregivers of dementia patients is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Participants must be informal caregivers (e.g., spouse; child; close friend) of individuals with dementia * Informal caregivers can be family members or close friends * Adults (18 to 89 years old) who read, write, and speak in English * Mental Health Diagnosis (e.g., Generalized Anxiety Disorder; Major Depressive Disorder Exclusion Criteria: * Formal caregivers (who are being paid to take care of the patient) * Any informal caregivers with cognitive impairment is identified during the assessment.
Where this trial is running
Lubbock, Texas
- Texas Tech University — Lubbock, Texas, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Jonathan D Singer, Ph.D. — jonsinge@ttu.edu
- Study coordinator: Casside Street, Ph.D.
- Email: casside.street@ttu.edu
- Phone: (806) 834-2285
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.