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Prevention of Psychiatric Morbidity in AD Caregivers
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating PST-MCI/AD Caregiving and NT-MCI/AD Caregiving for Depression. Completed, enrolled 73 participants across 2 sites.
Detailed Summary
This study evaluates the effectiveness of a problem-solving training program in preventing depression in the spouses or family caregivers of persons with mild cognitive impairment or early dementia.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
The PST-based intervention will train participants to effectively use problem-solving skills with the aim of strengthening their ability to cope and preventing the onset or worsening of depressive and anxiety disorders. Participants received 2 phases of treatment; the first phase involved 6 sessions conducted in the caregiver's home approximately 2 weeks apart, each lasting approximately 1.5 hours. The second phase included three telephone contacts (approximately 2 weeks apart) to reinforce principles taught during the first phase, each lasting approximately 45 minutes.
The nutritional education program will be based on the new USSDA dietary recommendations. Participants received 2 phases of treatment; the first phase involved 6 sessions conducted in the caregiver's home approximately 2 weeks apart, each lasting approximately 1.5 hours. The second phase included three telephone contacts (approximately 2 weeks apart) to reinforce principles taught during the first phase, each lasting approximately 45 minutes.