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Altitudes for Caregivers: A Pilot Study
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Altitudes USA for Care Burden and 5 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 24 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The objective of this study is to assess the acceptability and feasibility of Altitudes, a novel digital behavioral health and psychoeducational intervention for caregivers and supporters of individuals experiencing first episode psychosis. The investigators will evaluate acceptability and feasibility with up to 30 caregivers and supporters over the course of 6 months. Acceptability and usability will be assessed with various acceptability measures with the Altitudes caregivers and supporters, caregivers and supporters' engagement with the digital platform, and qualitative interviews with the Altitudes caregivers and supporters. The investigators will additional evaluate the impact of the platform on caregiver and supporter's psychological status, wellbeing, and social support, as measured via self-report questionnaires.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Experimental participants will be onboarded to the digital platform, including the different spaces and how to use the site. The site includes educational and therapeutic content that is tailored to each individual and their current needs and experiences, including psychoeducation, supporting their loved one, self-care, social support, and so on. Further, the platform includes a moderated social media function, where users and family peer workers can post text, images, videos, and comments to connect and share their experiences. The site is monitored by graduated students and trained clinicians.