Brain health program shows promise in early trial for older adults

NCT ID NCT05934136

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested an 8-week group program called My Healthy Brain for older adults with memory concerns and lifestyle risk factors for dementia. The program, delivered via Zoom, taught mindfulness and behavior change skills to help participants improve exercise, sleep, diet, and other habits. The main goal was to see if the program was feasible and acceptable, not to measure its effect on dementia itself.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: behavioral intervention (group lifestyle program with mindfulness and behavior change skills)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward a practical, low-cost program to help older adults adopt healthier habits that may lower dementia risk.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early feasibility study with only 60 participants, so it cannot prove the program actually prevents dementia. Results may not apply to everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Memory Disorders Risk Reduction Behavior subjective cognitive decline dementia prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HEALTHY LIFESTYLE MEMORY LOSS (EXCLUDING DEMENTIA) RISK REDUCTION BEHAVIOR

Contacts and locations

Locations

Massachusetts General Hospital

Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States

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