Can a smartphone app ease the burden on Alzheimer's caregivers?

NCT ID NCT07764185

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Photozig, Inc. Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 13, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a mobile app-based behavioral therapy, called Recharge, can help reduce stress and depressive symptoms in people who care for someone with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias. Caregivers aged 18 and older who spend at least 8 hours per week caring for a loved one with dementia may participate. Half will use the Recharge app, while the other half will receive a traditional educational program, and researchers will compare changes in stress and depression levels between the two groups.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Recharge Behavioral Therapy delivered via a mobile app
What this could lead to: If effective, this app-based therapy could offer a practical, accessible way to reduce stress and depressive symptoms for the millions of people caring for loved ones with Alzheimer's disease.
What could go wrong: This is a phase 2 trial with 150 participants, so results are preliminary. The therapy may not outperform a traditional educational program, and individual outcomes may vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Caregiver Burden

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CAREGIVER STRESS

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