CAREGIVER BURDEN

This study compares two programs designed to prevent delirium (sudden confusion) in older adults during hospital stays. One program uses hospital staff, while the other also involves family members. Researchers will track which approach works better for 1,900 patients aged 70 and…

This study tests a 16-week partner exercise program for people with mild dementia and their family caregivers. The goal is to see if exercising together improves thinking, mood, and the relationship between them. About 236 pairs will join from community centers in Hong Kong.

This study tests a new psychoeducation program led by an advanced practice nurse to reduce the burden on family caregivers of young adults (ages 18-35) who have recently experienced their first psychotic episode. The program includes individual and group sessions to support careg…

This study tests whether a 5-week group therapy program called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can reduce stress and improve quality of life for family caregivers of stroke survivors. About 30 caregivers aged 40 or older who provide most of the care for a stroke survivor …

This study tests whether moderate to high doses of LSD can reduce anxiety, depression, and pain in people with advanced, life-limiting illnesses. Sixty participants with a life expectancy of 12 weeks to 2 years will receive either two moderate-to-high LSD doses or two very low (a…

This study tests an online program called STELLA-R that teaches caregivers how to handle common dementia-related behaviors like agitation or wandering. The program uses a simple ABC method to understand what triggers a behavior and what happens after it. About 238 caregivers in O…

This study tests a type of talk therapy called Meaning-Centered Psychotherapy for caregivers of people with advanced cancer. The goal is to see if it helps caregivers feel more meaning and purpose in life, and reduces stress, anxiety, and depression. About 200 caregivers will rec…

This study tests whether a telephone counseling program helps people with advanced gastrointestinal cancer manage fatigue and helps their family caregivers feel less burdened. About 488 patient-caregiver pairs will take part, receiving either the counseling program or a standard …

This study tests a web-based program that helps stroke survivors and their family caregivers work together on arm exercises at home. The goal is to improve the survivor's arm function and daily activity while also supporting the caregiver's well-being. About 220 participants (sur…

This pilot study tests a short counseling program for young adults (ages 25-39) with cancer and their caregiving partners. The goal is to see if the program is practical and helpful for reducing stress and strengthening their relationship. About 20 couples will take part in 8 the…

This study tests a talk therapy called EASE for parents whose child has cancer. The goal is to see if it reduces traumatic stress symptoms over six months. About 306 parents will take part, answering questionnaires at several points. The therapy is added to usual care and compare…

This study looks at how stress and sleep affect the mood and brain health of people caring for a loved one with dementia. About 120 caregivers aged 55 and older will receive one of two types of talk therapy. Researchers will track their mood, activity, and brain scans to see whic…

This study tests whether offering free legal services to caregivers and patients with advanced colorectal cancer can reduce stress and improve quality of life. About 20 patient-caregiver pairs will receive personalized legal help for 3 months. The goal is to see if this approach …

This study tests a digital program called TPA4You that uses a Fitbit to help older adults (age 50+) who care for a family member with heart failure become more physically active. The goal is to see if the program is practical and can improve daily activity, reduce sitting time, a…

This study tests whether Jing Si Herbal Tea, taken twice daily, can improve quality of life and sleep for people with dementia and their caregivers. Researchers will first test the tea's feasibility in 100 people with dementia, then conduct a larger placebo-controlled trial with …

This study tests a smartphone app called Brain CareNotes designed to reduce stress and burden for people caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's or related dementia in rural areas. About 60 unpaid caregivers will use either the Brain CareNotes app or a basic education app for six…

This study tests a mobile app called Brain CareNotes to see if it can reduce stress for unpaid caregivers of people with Alzheimer's disease. 184 caregivers will use the app for 12 months to track symptoms and get support. The goal is to ease caregiver burden and improve behavior…

This study tests a training program called PICT for family caregivers of people with Alzheimer's or related dementias. The program teaches caregivers how to notice signs of pain and communicate better with doctors. About 440 caregivers will take part, and the goal is to reduce ca…

This study tests a mobile app called CarePair that helps family caregivers of people with dementia find services and support. About 80 caregivers will use the app for six weeks to see if it reduces stress, depression, and burden. The goal is to make caregiving easier and improve …

This study tests a video-based program called STELLA-FTD that helps family members caring for a loved one with frontotemporal dementia (FTD). The program teaches caregivers how to manage difficult behaviors and connect with community resources. Researchers will enroll 640 caregiv…

This study tests a chatbot called DAPHNE that helps caregivers of children find community resources for needs like food or housing. About 70 caregivers and their doctors will use the chatbot for 6 months to see if it's easy to use and helpful. The goal is to learn if technology c…

This study looks at whether people with Alzheimer's disease have more trouble swallowing than healthy older adults. Researchers will test swallowing, coughing, and muscle strength in 240 participants. Caregivers will also answer questions to understand how swallowing problems aff…

This study tests a 4-week training program for assisted living staff (nurses, administrators, and coordinators) to improve palliative care for residents with dementia. The goal is to increase advance care planning discussions and reduce caregiver burnout. About 792 participants f…