Support program for family caregivers of FTD patients
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a behavior change program for family members caring for someone with frontotemporal degeneration (FTD). It aims to help caregivers manage upsetting behaviors and reduce stress.
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Who can take part
- You are at least 18 years old and care for a family member with FTD.
- You provide at least 4 hours of care per week.
- You notice at least two behaviors in your family member that are moderately upsetting to you.
- You speak and understand English well enough to take part in phone or video sessions.
- You have a working phone (smartphone, cell, or landline), an email address, and a mailing address.
- You and your family member both live in the United States.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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