Happiness training may boost brain health in early dementia
NCT ID NCT07289061
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a 24-week online positive psychology program can improve thinking skills and brain function in older adults with very early memory decline (subjective cognitive decline or mild cognitive impairment). About 128 participants will be randomly assigned to the program or usual care. No medications are involved, and risks are minimal. If effective, this low-cost approach could be a helpful addition to standard care.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 128 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Dec 2025
- Expected to finish
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Jul 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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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
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Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria -Documented diagnosis of Subjective Cognitive Decline (SCD) or Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) according to clinical evaluation and site standard criteria. Exclusion Criteria * Diagnosis of dementia (major neurocognitive disorder) or other major neurocognitive disorder that is moderate or severe. * Major psychiatric disorder currently unstable or untreated (e.g., major depression with psychotic features, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia). * Neurological conditions that affect cognition. * Uncorrected hearing or vision problems that prevent participation in assessments or online sessions. * Concurrent participation in another interventional study targeting cognition or wellbeing during the study period.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
RECRUITINGThessaloniki, 54124, Greece
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