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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), […]
Long-term effects of group therapy for patients with mild cognitive impairment and their significant others: a 6- to 8-month follow-up study
Banningh, L. W. A. J.-W.,
Roelofs, S. C. F.,
Vernooij-Dassen, M. J. F. J.,
Prins, J. B.,
Rikkert, M. G. M. O.,
Kessels, R. P. C.
The present study examines the long-term effects of a 10-session cognitive behavioural group therapy for patients with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and their significant others 6 to 8 months after completion of the intervention. Forty-seven MCI patients and 47 significant others participated in the follow-up assessment. Results of the RAND-36, Illness Cognition Questionnaire, IQCODE, GDS-15 […]
Does a family meetings intervention prevent depression and anxiety in family caregivers of dementia patients? A randomized trial
Joling, Karlijn J,
van Marwijk, Harm W.J.,
Smit, Filip,
van der Horst, Henriëtte E,
Scheltens, Philip,
van de Ven, Peter M.,
Mittelman, Mary S.,
van Hout, Hein P.J.
Background: Family caregivers of dementia patients are at increased risk of developing depression or anxiety. A multi-component program designed to mobilize support of family networks demonstrated effectiveness in decreasing depressive symptoms in caregivers. However, the impact of an intervention consisting solely of family meetings on depression and anxiety has not yet been evaluated. This study […]
The cost-effectiveness of a family meetings intervention to prevent depression and anxiety in family caregivers of patients with dementia: a randomized trial
Joling, Karlijn J,
Bosmans, Judith E,
van Marwijk, Harm WJ,
van der Horst, Henriëtte E,
Scheltens, Philip,
Vroomen, Janet L,
van Hout, Hein PJ
Background: Dementia imposes a heavy burden on health and social care systems as well as on family caregivers who provide a substantial portion of the care. Interventions that effectively support caregivers may prevent or delay patient institutionalization and hence be cost-effective. However, evidence about the cost-effectiveness of such interventions is scarce. The aim of this […]
Treatment outcomes of a crisis intervention program for dementia with severe psychiatric complications: the Kansas bridge project
Johnson, D. K.,
Niedens, M.,
Wilson, J. R.,
Swartzendruber, L.,
Yeager, A.,
Jones, K.
Purpose: Although declines in memory and attention are hallmark symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease (AD), noncognitive symptoms are prevalent. Over 80% of individuals will experience neuropsychiatric symptoms, which complicates symptom profiles. Research indicates a community-integrated response to dementia crisis can reduce negative consequences attributed to crisis including increased caregiver burden, increased health care costs, and premature […]
Efficacy of memantine in PDD and DLB: an extension study including washout and open-label treatment
Johansson, C.,
Ballard, C.,
Hansson, O.,
Palmqvist, S.,
Minthon, L.,
Aarsland, D.,
Londos, E.
Objective: This 30-week extension trial was a continuation of the first double-blind randomized controlled trial (RCT) to study memantine in dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) and Parkinson’s disease dementia (PDD). The objective was to evaluate the presence of recurrence of symptoms upon drug withdrawal. Furthermore, the aim was to explore washout dynamics in order to […]