New program aims to ease burden on schizophrenia caregivers

NCT ID NCT07173192

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Symptom relief Sponsor: Istanbul Arel University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests an individual empowerment program for primary caregivers of people with schizophrenia. The program includes six training sessions to help caregivers cope better. Researchers will measure whether it reduces care burden and improves psychological well-being and self-efficacy compared to standard discharge education. The study involves 66 caregivers in Turkey.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: individual empowerment program (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to: If it works, this program could provide a simple, low-cost way to improve the mental health and coping skills of people caring for loved ones with schizophrenia.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 66 participants, so results may not apply to all caregivers. The program is behavioral, so benefits depend on individual engagement and may be modest.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Caregiver Burden Psychological Well-Being schizophrenia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

SCHIZOPHRENIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

Istanbul Arel University

Istanbul, Cevizlibağ, 34010, Turkey (Türkiye)

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