New program aims to ease the heavy burden on dementia caregivers

NCT ID NCT05847153

Summary

This study tested a new program designed to help family caregivers of people with Alzheimer's and related dementias. The program taught mindfulness, self-compassion, and practical skills to manage the stress and difficult behaviors that come with caregiving. Researchers worked with a small group of 13 caregivers to see if the program was practical to run and acceptable to participants.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02108, United States

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