New program helps dementia patients plan their final wishes

NCT ID NCT05143255

Summary

This study developed and tested a communication program called KNOW to help people with early-stage Alzheimer's or dementia and their family caregivers talk about and plan for future medical care. The program taught communication and relaxation techniques to make these difficult conversations easier. Researchers measured whether it helped families feel more prepared, complete legal documents like living wills, and reduce stress.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Weill Cornell Medicine

    New York, New York, 10065, United States

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