Using motivational interviewing to help older adults with hoarding disorder
Motivational Interviewing to Enhance Behavioral Change in Older Adults with Hoarding Disorder
NA · Mississippi State University · NCT05237466
This study tests whether using motivational interviewing can help older adults with hoarding disorder make positive changes in their lives.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 60 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Mississippi State University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Starkville, Mississippi) |
| Trial ID | NCT05237466 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study compares two behavioral interventions aimed at treating hoarding disorder in older adults. It focuses on the unique challenges faced by this population, such as increased risks associated with cluttered living spaces. The study employs motivational interviewing, a technique shown to enhance motivation for behavioral change, to address the specific needs of older adults. By exploring alternative mechanisms of change beyond fear reduction, the study aims to improve treatment outcomes for this demographic.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are older adults aged 60 and above who have a primary diagnosis of hoarding disorder and live within a 60-minute driving radius of Starkville, MS.
Not a fit: Patients with major cognitive impairment, active psychosis, or those currently undergoing psychotherapy focused on hoarding may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve the quality of life for older adults suffering from hoarding disorder by enhancing their ability to manage clutter and reduce associated risks.
How similar studies have performed: While motivational interviewing has shown promise in various health conditions for older adults, this specific application to hoarding disorder is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 60+ * Live within a 60-minute driving radius of Starkville, MS * Have a primary psychiatric diagnosis of hoarding disorder Exclusion Criteria: * Major cognitive impairment * Active psychosis, drug use, or acute suicidal ideation * Concurrent psychotherapy focused on hoarding * Changed psychotropic medications within the past three months
Where this trial is running
Starkville, Mississippi
- Mississippi State University — Starkville, Mississippi, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Mary E Dozier, Ph.D.
- Email: maryedozier@psychology.msstate.edu
- Phone: (662) 325-0523
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: Hoarding Disorder