CAREGIVER BURDEN

This study is testing a new support program for families with a child undergoing cancer treatment. It provides 12 weeks of healthy, specially prepared meals delivered to the home, along with coaching from a dietitian for the child's caregiver. The goal is to see if this 'food-as-…

This study is creating and testing a program to help family members of young adults with psychosis communicate more effectively about cannabis use. The program teaches family members new communication skills with the goal of reducing caregiver stress and potentially helping their…

This study is testing a 10-week program combining strength training and relaxation techniques for people who care for a family member with Alzheimer's disease. It aims to see if this combination reduces physical frailty, anxiety, and the feeling of being overwhelmed better than r…

This study tests a virtual coaching program called ViCCY designed to help caregivers of adults with heart failure and memory problems. Caregivers will receive 10 coaching sessions over 6 months to learn self-care strategies and reduce stress. The research aims to see if supportin…

This study is testing whether craniosacral therapy, a gentle hands-on treatment, can help reduce pain, depression, and improve quality of life for primary caregivers of individuals with special needs. Thirty female caregivers will be assigned to either receive the therapy session…

This study tests whether connecting dementia caregivers with trained peer mentors and personalized community resource lists can improve their well-being. Over 330 caregivers will receive education, resource information, and ongoing text message support for 12 months. Researchers …

This study tests whether a simple support program can help reduce stress for people caring for loved ones with dementia. Participants who previously took part in an observational study will receive six weeks of educational text messages or emails about caregiving and stress manag…

This study is testing a counseling program designed to support parents of children receiving palliative care. The program combines two therapeutic approaches to help parents live more in line with their personal values and reduce the physical and emotional strain of caregiving. I…

This study is testing a personalized lifestyle program designed to help mothers who are the main caregivers for children with autism. The program involves eight sessions over a month, focusing on stress management, daily routines, and overall wellbeing. Researchers want to see if…

This study is creating and testing a training program and a mobile app to support people caring for a loved one with a feeding tube (called a PEG tube). The goal is to help caregivers feel more confident, reduce their stress, and improve how they manage the tube at home. Research…

This study aims to understand how common and severe swallowing problems are in older adults after a stay in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Researchers will measure swallowing function, strength, and quality of life in about 460 ICU survivors and some of their caregivers over seve…

This study aims to understand the quality of life and challenges faced by family members who care for cancer patients. Researchers will survey 300 unpaid caregivers at a hospital in Egypt to identify what factors make their role difficult. The goal is to gather information that c…