DEMENTIA

This study tests whether providing acute hospital care at home can help people with moderate to severe dementia avoid hospital stays. Researchers will compare a group that receives home-based acute care with a group that gets usual hospital care. The goal is to see if home care l…

This study tests a program called KINDER, designed to help family caregivers of people with dementia reduce stress and prevent psychological elder abuse, like yelling or threatening. About 260 caregivers will be randomly assigned to receive the KINDER training or usual support. T…

This study tests whether a drug that boosts NMDA activity, combined with omega-3 fatty acids, can improve memory and daily function in people with early Alzheimer's or mild cognitive impairment. About 140 participants will receive either the combination or a placebo for 24 weeks.…

This study tests whether a trained peer mentor, along with personalized resource lists and text messages over 12 months, can reduce loneliness and help caregivers of people with dementia find end-of-life resources. About 330 caregivers will take part. The goal is to ease the burd…

This study tests whether daily light therapy (phototherapy) can reduce behavioral and psychological symptoms like agitation in people with dementia. Researchers will enroll 70 adults with dementia who are admitted to specific hospital units. The main goal is to see if the 5-day l…

This study tests whether playing interactive games with a social robot can improve thinking skills, mood, and quality of life in older adults with mild cognitive impairment or dementia. About 200 people aged 50 and older will be randomly assigned to either 12 weeks of robot game …

This study looks at whether a carefully planned ketogenic diet can help people who have both osteoarthritis (joint pain) and mild cognitive impairment (memory issues). Ten adults will follow the diet under supervision for a period, and researchers will measure changes in pain, ph…

This study tests a program to improve how staff and residents with dementia interact during daily care. Researchers will work with 100 residents in assisted living to see if the program reduces distress and makes care tasks more engaging. The goal is to create a kinder, more supp…

This study tests whether a low-intensity program of educational texts and emails can help reduce stress and burden for people caring for a loved one with dementia. About 20 caregivers who previously joined an observational study will receive automated supportive messages for six …

This study tests whether giving home health aides extra training in dementia care can help reduce troubling behaviors in older adults with memory loss or dementia and improve quality of life for both patients and their care partners. About 120 patient-care partner pairs will take…

This study looks at whether trained community health workers can reduce the stress and workload of people caring for older veterans with serious illnesses like dementia or cancer. About 480 rural caregivers will either get extra support connecting to resources or continue usual c…

This study tests whether a virtual reality program can help family caregivers of people with dementia better balance their own needs with caregiving duties. Researchers will enroll 60 caregivers who live with and primarily care for a person with dementia. Participants will use a …

This study will test whether guided nature-based therapy, like spending time in a therapeutic garden, improves the wellbeing of elderly hospital patients with dementia and patients recovering from a stroke or brain injury. Researchers will measure changes in agitation, mood, and …

This study tests whether a self-paced online program called WeACT can help family caregivers of people with dementia feel better mentally and emotionally. The program teaches skills to handle difficult thoughts and feelings. About 40 adult caregivers with mild to moderate depress…

This study tests whether a program combining specialized dementia nurses and a mobile app can help family caregivers keep their loved ones with dementia at home longer. About 554 caregivers and their family members will take part. The program focuses on reducing caregiver stress …

This study tests whether long-term training with an AI-powered smart electric vehicle can improve walking speed, balance, and confidence in people with Parkinson's disease or dementia. Researchers will enroll 120 adults aged 50-85 who can walk at least 10 meters but may have an u…

This study will test if a painless laser pen, used on specific body points (acupoints), can improve behavioral and psychological symptoms like agitation or mood changes in people with dementia. About 60 participants will be enrolled. The goal is to see if this non-drug approach c…

This study tests whether a smartphone app called utmbHealthyBrain is easy for older adults and their caregivers to use. The app includes drawing, Tai-Chi, meditation, and a sharing feature to connect with family. Over six weeks, 40 participants will try the app at home. The goal …

This study tests a special monitor that tracks sleep without touching the person. It will be used for 100 people with Alzheimer's or related dementias living in long-term care homes. Researchers want to see if sharing sleep data with staff helps find and treat sleep problems fast…

This study looks at whether over-the-counter hearing aids are a practical option for older adults with mild to moderate hearing loss who may be at risk for dementia. Forty people aged 50 and older will either use the hearing aids right away or wait three months. The goal is to se…

This study is testing a new digital tool called the Dementia Journey Companion (DJC) that helps people with mild to moderate dementia plan their future care. About 150 participants will use the tool to discuss and record their preferences for daily living, medical treatments, and…

This study tests a program designed to reduce the stigma around dementia in rural Kenya. Researchers will first survey and interview community members to understand local beliefs, then refine an existing anti-stigma program. Finally, about 184 adults from Mbooni Sub county will t…

This study looks at whether Alzheimer's disease markers in the blood differ among ethnic groups in central Barcelona. Researchers will also explore how factors like age, income, education, and health affect these markers. The goal is to identify barriers to using these blood test…

This study is developing and testing a text-messaging program for caregivers of people with dementia after an emergency room visit. About 80 caregivers will receive text messages for 30 days to see if the program is easy to use and helpful. The goal is to improve support and redu…

This study tests a program called Improving Dementia Care (IDC) to help primary care doctors identify dementia in patients who have memory concerns but no prior diagnosis. About 80 adults with mild cognitive issues will take part. The goal is to see if the program leads to more d…

This study will test a new digital toolkit that uses artificial intelligence to assess pain and emotional distress in 150 people with mild to moderate dementia. Participants will use wearable sensors and diary recordings to help researchers see if the toolkit is easy to use and a…

This study is developing and testing a screening tool to help primary care doctors identify signs of neglect in older adults with dementia. It also includes a support program for caregivers, delivered in person or via a mobile app. The study involves 40 caregivers to see if the t…

This study checks if a Greek version of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) is a reliable tool for spotting early signs of memory loss and dementia. Researchers will test 250 Greek-speaking adults aged 55-85 to see how accurate and consistent the quiz is. The goal is to give…

This study will follow 2,500 elderly people in Hong Kong for 2-3 years to find better ways to detect Alzheimer's disease early. Researchers will use blood tests and brain scans to see who might develop memory problems. The goal is to create a Chinese-specific resource to help pro…

This study will create a decision aid to help people with dementia, their caregivers, and doctors talk through medication options together. About 100 participants will test the tool to see if it reduces confusion and improves confidence in treatment decisions. The goal is to make…

This study tests a wearable system (insoles and ankle sensors) to see if changes in walking patterns can help detect early signs of Alzheimer's or related dementias. Researchers will collect walking data from 150 adults aged 55 and older, both in a lab and during daily life for o…

This study aims to validate an Italian version of the dynamic Neurocognitive Adaptation (dNA) Scale, a questionnaire that measures how much older adults engage in physical, mental, creative, and social activities. Researchers will recruit 265 people aged 65 and older, including t…

This study will enroll 1,200 older adults (65+) who are at higher risk for complications after heart or blood vessel surgery. Researchers will test a computer program that predicts risks and also study whether personalized pre-surgery coaching and special care during surgery can …

This study tests whether a computer-based virtual trainer can improve how new home care workers communicate with people who have dementia. About 102 workers with less than one year of experience will take part. The goal is to see if the training boosts their knowledge, communicat…

This study looks at how doctors and nurses talk to people with dementia after hip fracture surgery. The goal is to find which words and phrases work best to encourage them to stand or walk early. Researchers will video record real conversations on hospital wards and analyze them …