Dementia Caregiver Study
Caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia rarely get the preparation or training they need to manage their caregiving responsibilities and to successfully balance their own self-care and their caregiving roles. As a result, caregivers often experience caregiver burnout, emotional distress, and substance abuse.
To address the critical need to support the emotional and social functioning of caregivers, UT Southwestern in partnership with UT Rio Grande Valley is participating in a study to establish the necessary guidelines for an evidence-based, implementable problem-solving intervention for both English- and Spanish-speaking caregivers.
Volunteers Needed
We are looking for both English- and Spanish-speaking caregivers of adults with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia to participate in our study. Using problem-solving training, we will train caregivers with tools to use in real life to support their social and emotional functioning and to improve their health and well-being.
This study may be helpful for you if:
- You are involved in the care of someone with dementia.
- You sometimes feel tired, guilty, stressed, and/or alone.
- You struggle with balancing your needs and the needs of the person you are caring for.
If you would like to learn more, we invite you to book a 30-minute consultation with our study coordinator.
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