CAREGIVERS

This study tested a program called 'Family Connections' for teenagers and young adults (ages 15-21) living with HIV and their caregivers in Zambia. The program involved 10 group sessions over 6 months, aiming to build family support, reduce self-stigma, and help youth stick to th…

This study tested whether a mobile app called CLARE could help train and support family caregivers. It involved 50 caregivers aged 35 and older who were helping an older loved one recover from COVID-19 at home after a hospital stay. The app provided daily guidance on patient care…

This study tested an online program called LEAF, designed to help family caregivers of people with Alzheimer's disease. It taught them skills to manage stress and increase positive emotions. Researchers compared a live online group version to a self-guided version, and both to a …

This study tested whether a 12-week online support group could help brain injury survivors and their caregivers learn coping skills and improve their emotional well-being. Researchers compared the online version to an established in-person program to see if remote delivery was ju…

This study tested whether a brief, online mindfulness program could reduce burnout and stress in people caring for those with dementia. It involved 60 professional and family caregivers in Taiwan. Researchers compared a group that started the program right away to a group that wa…

This study tested whether a simple, at-home stress reduction program could help caregivers of bone marrow transplant patients. 53 caregivers were randomly assigned to either receive daily gentle yoga and breathing exercises via an MP3 player or to a control group. The goal was to…

This study tested a program designed to support the family and friends who care for people with advanced heart failure. The program, delivered by a nurse in the caregiver's home, helped participants set personal health goals, manage stress, and reduce feelings of burden. Research…

This study tested a new group support program for people caring for a parent who has recently moved into a nursing home. The program aimed to help caregivers manage difficult feelings like anxiety, guilt, and sadness. It involved 73 caregivers and provided group sessions with pro…

This study tested whether a short therapy program could help family members caring for cancer patients. Over 500 unpaid caregivers were randomly assigned to receive either a special problem-solving therapy or a general support session, in addition to their usual care. The goal wa…

This study aimed to understand how the COVID-19 pandemic and its restrictions impacted the health and well-being of people aged 75 and older, as well as their caregivers. Researchers followed over 1,000 older adults in Spain, analyzing their health records and conducting intervie…

This study aimed to better understand the experiences of family members and friends who care for people with systemic sclerosis (scleroderma), a rare and serious autoimmune disease. Researchers surveyed 50 caregivers to learn about their quality of life, the challenges they face,…

This study tested a Turkish version of a survey designed to measure how caring for a child with a drug allergy affects a parent's mental health and social life. Researchers worked with 74 caregivers to translate the survey and check if it was reliable and easy to understand. The …