Study explores how family and friends impact caregiver health
NCT ID NCT01498263
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 14 times
Summary
This completed study looked at how the social networks of caregivers affect their stress and health when caring for someone with an inherited disease. Researchers surveyed over 680 participants, including family members and formal caregivers, to understand caregiving burden and support systems. The goal is to use these insights to design better interventions that help caregivers cope and stay healthy.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this research could point toward better ways to support caregivers of people with inherited diseases, improving their well-being and coping skills.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot directly change disease outcomes, and findings may not apply to all caregiving situations.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States
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University of Memphis
Memphis, Tennessee, 38152, United States
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