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VR boosts caregiver empathy in dementia study

NCT ID NCT06072274

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Taipei Medical University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a single virtual reality (VR) session, where caregivers experience what it's like to have dementia, could improve their empathy and attitudes. 227 caregivers of people with dementia took part. The results showed that the VR session helped caregivers better understand and feel for the person they care for, compared to a standard lecture.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

227 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Dec 2023

Finished

Mar 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

20 to 100 years

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Over 20 years; 2. Speak Chinese; 3. Currently providing care to a person with a formal diagnosis of dementia (paid formal caregivers or unpaid family caregivers). Exclusion Criteria: 1. Those who are unable to use VR devices due to certain physical or mental situations; 2. Those who have fear/disgust for VR devices; 3. Those who feel dizzy after using VR devices; 4. For family caregivers: the care recipient is currently residing in a care facility.

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Conditions

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Caregiver Burden dementia

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Caregiver burden Dementia

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Taipei Medical University

    Taipei, Taiwan

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