COMMUNICATION

This study tests an online training program for nursing home staff that teaches better communication with residents who have Alzheimer's or other dementias. The goal is to reduce behavioral symptoms like agitation and rejection of care. Over 5,000 staff from nursing homes across …

This study tests an online self-help program called Together After Cancer for breast cancer survivors and their intimate partners. The program includes brief coach calls and aims to improve the survivor's quality of life and the couple's relationship satisfaction. About 480 coupl…

This study observes how doctors, patients, and families use time-limited trials (TLTs) for people in the ICU who need a breathing machine. A TLT is a shared plan to try ICU treatments for a set time, then check if the patient is recovering. The goal is to find the best way to use…

This study compares two methods of training surgeons to have clearer conversations with older patients about surgery. One method uses a human trainer, the other uses computer feedback. About 60 surgeons and 660 patients will take part to see if the automated approach works just a…

This study tests a communication tool called Best Case/Worst Case-ICU to improve how doctors talk with families of older adults (50+) with serious injuries in the ICU. Researchers will follow about 4,500 patients, survey 1,500 family members, and 1,600 clinicians across 8 U.S. ho…

This study looks at whether giving primary care doctors coaching or communication classes can make patients more satisfied and reduce doctor burnout. About 45 Mayo Clinic clinicians will take surveys before, right after, and two months after the training. The goal is to see if be…

This study looks at whether a special health check for older adults (called a geriatric assessment) can help them and their caregivers talk more effectively with doctors about age-related concerns during cancer treatment. About 479 patients, caregivers, and clinic staff are takin…

This study planned to test whether scheduled video or audio calls could improve communication and reduce anxiety and depression for family members making medical decisions for hospitalized older adults with Alzheimer's or other cognitive impairments. The study was withdrawn befor…