Telephone coaching using graphic narratives for dementia caregivers
Telephone-coached "Graphic Narrative" Bibliotherapy for Informal Caregivers of People With Dementia
NA · The Hong Kong Polytechnic University · NCT06413849
This study is testing if telephone coaching with graphic stories can help reduce depression and improve the well-being of caregivers taking care of people with dementia.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 128 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Hong Kong SAR) |
| Trial ID | NCT06413849 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of telephone-coached graphic narrative bibliotherapy in reducing depressive symptoms among informal caregivers of individuals with dementia. It involves a two-arm cluster randomized controlled trial with 128 participants, where one group receives eight weekly coaching sessions and additional follow-ups, while the control group receives an educational booklet. The study measures various outcomes, including caregiver depressive symptoms, stress, anxiety, and quality of life, both immediately after the intervention and at a six-month follow-up.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are informal caregivers aged 18 and above who provide at least 14 hours of care per week to someone with early to moderate stage dementia and experience depressive symptoms.
Not a fit: Patients with unstable physical or mental conditions, cognitive impairments, or those currently receiving treatment for depression may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve the mental health and well-being of dementia caregivers.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using bibliotherapy and coaching for caregiver support, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * provide unpaid care to a person diagnosed with early to moderate stage dementia; * provide at least 14 hours of care a week for at least 3 months * aged 18 years or above * able to read * have depressive symptoms * use a message application Exclusion Criteria: * with an unstable physical or mental condition * with cognitive impairment * receiving medical, psychological, or psychiatric treatment for depression * have been included in another interventional study
Where this trial is running
Hong Kong SAR
- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University — Hong Kong SAR, Hong Kong (RECRUITING)
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.
Conditions: Dementia Caregiver, Depressive Symptoms, Caregiving Appraisal