INTERVENTIONS TO PREVENT ELDER MISTREATMENT WITH FAMILY CAREGIVERS OF PERSONS LIVING WITH DEMENTIA
2024
Preventing Elder Mistreatment in Dementia Caregivers
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Author Information
Author(s): Meyer Kylie, Yonashiro-Cho Jeanine, Puga Frank
Primary Institution: Oxford University Press US
Hypothesis
Novel interventions can prevent elder mistreatment by family caregivers of persons living with dementia.
Conclusion
The symposium presents various interventions aimed at reducing elder mistreatment among caregivers of dementia patients.
Supporting Evidence
- The CuRB-IT intervention uses Zoom coaching to help caregivers manage care-resistant behaviors.
- The KINDER intervention focuses on psychoeducation to enhance caregiver relationships.
- The COACH trial showed mistreatment elimination but did not affect risk factors for abuse.
Takeaway
This study looks at new ways to help family members who care for people with dementia so they don't accidentally hurt them.
Methodology
The symposium discusses various interventions including coaching and psychoeducation.
Participant Demographics
Focus on family caregivers of persons living with dementia, including Asian American and Pacific Islander caregivers.
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