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Phone app could ease burden for dementia and diabetes caregivers

NCT ID NCT06785857

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a mobile health program designed to support family caregivers of people with both dementia and diabetes. The program added weekly online support and resources to standard home visits. Researchers measured changes in caregiver burden and social support after 12 weeks in 60 caregivers.

What this could mean

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Active substance
mHealth Supportive Care Program
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a low-cost, convenient way to support family caregivers and improve their quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 60 participants. Results may not apply to all caregivers, and the program's long-term benefits are unknown.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

60 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

May 2022

Finished

Jan 2023

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.

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Inclusion Criteria: Caregivers: * caregivers and patients have legal kinship (such as spouses, children or siblings) and other non-costly caregivers such as babysitters, bellhops, etc.; * caregiving work ≥ 8 hours / day, care for the patient ≥ 5 days a week, the care time ≥ 1 month; * conscious adults with a certain degree of reading and comprehension; * at least have a smart phone (with Internet access) and will be able to use it proficiently; * informed consent and voluntary participation in the study. Informed consent and voluntary participation in the study. Targets: * meet the diagnostic criteria of Alzheimer's disease; * meet the diagnostic criteria of type 2 diabetes mellitus; * age ≥ 60 years old, permanent residents of the district. Exclusion Criteria: Caregivers: * severe physical or mental illness; * people with drug or alcohol dependence; * caregivers who are participating in a similar intervention study. Caregivers: * patients with severe physical illnesses, major illnesses, or terminal illnesses; * patients with drug or alcohol dependence.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Community Health Center

    Xiamen, Fujian, 361000, China

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