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The Computerized Self Test (CST): An interactive, internet accessible cognitive screening test for dementia
Dougherty, John H., Jr.,
Cannon, Rex L.,
Nicholas, Christopher R.,
Hall, Lorin,
Hare, Felicia,
Carr, Erika,
Dougherty, Andrew,
Janowitz, Jennifer,
Arunthamakun, Justin
The computer self test (CST) is an interactive, internet-based instrument designed to assess functional cognitive domains impaired by Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and mild cognitive impairment (MCI). This study consisted of 215 total subjects with a mean age of 75.24. The 84 cognitively impaired patients (excluding patients diagnosed as MCI) met all criteria set forth by […]
The use of Internet technology for psychoeducation and support with dementia caregivers
A large randomized trial evaluated the benefits of online education, support, and self-care promotion for caregivers of persons with dementia. Anecdotal reports from participants indicated enjoyment of the materials, convenient access from home, and support from professionals and other caregivers. A substantial number of screened caregivers experienced obstacles of access, cost, and time regarding use […]
Life enhancing activities for family caregivers of people with frontotemporal dementia
Dowling, Glenna A.,
Merrilees, Jennifer,
Mastick, Judy,
Chang, Vickie Y.,
Hubbard, Erin,
Moskowitz, Judith Tedlie
Aberrant psychological and behavioral symptoms are common in patients with dementia. These symptoms have negative consequences for family caregivers, causing stress and burden. Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) symptoms cause more pronounced stress and burden on caregivers than those associated with Alzheimer dementia. In this randomized, attention control pilot study, we delivered 5-weekly, one-on-one, positive affect intervention […]
Dementia caregivers’ responses to 2 Internet-based intervention programs
Purpose: The aim of this study was to examine the impact on dementia caregivers’ experienced stress and health status of 2 Internet-based intervention programs.; Design and Methods: Ninety-one dementia caregivers were given the choice of being involved in either an Internet-based chat support group or an Internet-based video conferencing support group. Pre-post outcome measures focused […]
The effect of videophone communication (with skype and webcam)for elderly patients with dementia and their caregivers
Hori, Miyako,
Kubota, Masakazu,
Ando, Koichi,
Kihara, Takeshi,
Takahashi, Ryosuke,
Kinoshita, Ayae
We conducted an intervention study to clarify how effectively videophone (Skype) was used in the communication for elderly patients with dementia cared at home and their caregivers. For a period of 12 weeks, a patient-caregiver pair(n = 6) communicated with a nurse via computer for 30 minutes once a week. The patient and the caregiver […]
English longitudinal study of aging: Can Internet/E-mail use reduce cognitive decline?
Xavier, A. J.,
d'Orsi, E.,
de Oliveira, C. M.,
Orrell, M.,
Demakakos, P.,
Biddulph, J. P.,
Marmot, M. G.
Background: Cognitive decline is a major risk factor for disability, dementia, and death. The use of Internet/E-mail, also known as digital literacy, might decrease dementia incidence among the older population. The aim was to investigate whether digital literacy might be associated with decreased cognitive decline in older adulthood. Methods: Data from the English Longitudinal Study […]
Exploring the effectiveness of an internet-based program for reducing caregiver distress using the iCare Stress Management e-Training Program
Kajiyama, Bruno,
Thompson, Larry W.,
Eto-Iwase, Tamiko,
Yamashita, Mio,
Di Mario, John,
Marian Tzuang, Yuan,
Gallagher-Thompson, Dolores
Objective: Determine if the online iCare Stress Management e-Training Program reduces stress, bother, depression, and poor life quality for dementia family caregivers (CGs).; Method: CGs (N = 150) were randomly assigned to the iCare Condition (ICC) or to the Education/Information-Only Condition (EOC) for a 3-month period. Change in self-report measures of stress (PSS) (primary outcome), […]
Web-based psychosocial assessment for caregivers of persons with dementia: a feasibility study
Purpose and Design: Most of the 5.4 million Americans with dementia are cared for by family members who experience care needs and time constraints. This quasi-experimental study examined the experience of using a psychosocial assessment instrument to understand caregiver needs delivered in an interview versus a self-administered web-based format.; Methods: Ten family caregivers were randomized […]