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Can a 6-Week online course help dementia caregivers feel better?

NCT ID NCT06708182

Symptom relief Sponsor: Northwestern University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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Ongoing
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Stopped early
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Cancelled
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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests an online program called SAGE LEAF that teaches positive emotion skills to family caregivers of people with dementia. Over 6 weeks, participants learn techniques like gratitude and mindfulness through short lessons and daily practice. The goal is to see if the program reduces caregiver burden, loneliness, and depression. Fifty-three caregivers are taking part, and they complete surveys before and after the program.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
SAGE LEAF online positive emotion skill-building program
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a practical, low-cost way to help dementia caregivers feel less stressed and more supported.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 53 participants. Results may not apply to all caregivers, and the program requires internet access and self-motivation.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Phase

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

53 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jul 2025

Finished

Jul 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.

Who can take part

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

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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

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Inclusion Criteria: * Identifies as primary family caregiver of someone with dementia * Speak and read English * Has access to high speed internet and wi-fi enabled device Exclusion Criteria: * Care recipient lives in care facility * Does not speak/read English * Does not have access to internet

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Alzheimer disease Caregiver Burden dementia Psychological Well-Being

As listed by the trial registrant

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Caregiver burden Caregiving stress

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Northwestern University

    Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States

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