CAREGIVER BURDEN

This study tested a one-year support program for Veterans diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or traumatic brain injury and their family caregivers. The program aimed to improve the quality of life for both the Veteran and the caregiver while reducing the stress and burden felt by…

This study tested two types of talk therapy to help people caring for a loved one with cancer. Researchers compared Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Stress Management (CBSM) to see which better reduced caregivers' fear, stress, and fatigue. Sixty-s…

This study tested whether providing support through mobile phones could help women in Bangladesh who care for family members with cancer. For six months, one group received educational videos, phone calls, and relaxation techniques, while another group received usual care. The go…

This study developed and tested a mobile app designed to help people caring for family members with dementia. The app aimed to reduce feelings of depression, anxiety, and burden while improving caregivers' knowledge and coping skills. Researchers worked with 59 caregivers in Sing…

This study tested a program called SHARP-CG, designed to support older Black caregivers of people with dementia. Small groups walked together three times a week for 16 weeks, using a tablet to view historical photos of their neighborhood as conversation starters. Researchers meas…

This study tested a 13-week virtual support program designed specifically for Spanish-speaking Latino caregivers of children recently diagnosed with cancer. The program included cooking, gardening, movement, and educational sessions to help reduce stress and improve quality of li…

This study tested whether a new website tool called WeCareToFeedDysphagia could help reduce stress and burden for people caring for loved ones with dementia who also have swallowing difficulties. Researchers compared caregivers who had access to the website tool to those who didn…

This study tested a new support program for people who have recently become caregivers for a family member with dementia. The program connected caregivers with a counselor who helped them understand dementia, create a care plan, and find local services. Researchers wanted to see …

This study tested whether a special training program led by nurses could help family caregivers feel more confident and resilient. 42 caregivers of homebound patients were randomly assigned to receive either the 6-week training program or usual care. The program taught practical …

This study tested a support program for family members caring for a loved one with both a traumatic brain injury and dementia. The program aimed to help caregivers identify their main stressors and learn better coping and communication skills. Researchers measured whether the pro…

This study tested whether a virtual reality (VR) experience could help people caring for someone with dementia. 227 caregivers were randomly assigned to either try a VR simulation of what dementia feels like or attend a traditional lecture. Researchers measured if the VR experien…