Reducing Grief in Family Caregivers of Dementia Patients
Author Information
Author(s): Benjamin Neugebauer, Caroline Cummings, Sarah Sparks, Lauren Elliott, Volker Neugebauer, Lauren Chrzanowski, Elisabeth McLean, Jonathan Singer
Primary Institution: Texas Tech University
Hypothesis
Can mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) and behavioral activation (BA) reduce pre-death grief in family caregivers of persons with dementia?
Conclusion
The study found that MBCT and BA are feasible and acceptable interventions for family caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's Disease.
Supporting Evidence
- 84.8% of participants completed the study.
- 96.0% of participants completed the final survey.
- 86% of participants completed the 1-month follow up.
- Participants reported enjoying the interventions and found them not burdensome.
Takeaway
This study looked at ways to help family members who are sad because they are taking care of someone with dementia, and found that two types of therapy can help them feel better.
Methodology
Participants were randomized to receive MBCT or BA and completed various assessments throughout the study.
Limitations
The study was conducted in a specific geographic area with limited resources, which may affect generalizability.
Participant Demographics
Family caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's Disease in West Texas.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.73
Statistical Significance
p=0.73
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