Chatbot study for family caregivers
This study tests a chatbot app (Earkick) to see if it helps family caregivers who feel burdened. It is for people caring for an adult with TBI, dementia, or Huntington disease.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You care for an adult with traumatic brain injury, dementia, or Huntington disease
- You feel a high level of caregiver burden (scores 20 or more on a burden questionnaire)
- You have an iPhone, iPad, or laptop, and can use text messages and the internet
- You can read, speak, and understand English
- You are not a paid, professional caregiver
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study tests whether a chatbot on your Android phone can help you learn ways to reduce the stress of caring for a loved one. If you join, you'll use the chatbot to get education and support, and the research team will check how it affects your feelings of burden and stress.
This study tests a smartphone program that teaches skills to better manage emotions for people who provide unpaid care for someone with Alzheimer’s disease. It may help caregivers feel less overwhelmed and cope more effectively during daily stress.
This trial tests whether a chatbot can help family members of older adults in care homes learn about advance care planning. If you care for a frail or prefrail older relative and haven't had much discussion about end-of-life wishes, this study may help you start those important conversations.
This trial tests if a chatbot can help caregivers of older adults with pneumonia by improving their knowledge, attitudes, and caregiving skills. It's for family or informal caregivers who live with the patient and use a smartphone.
This trial tests a chatbot program designed to improve well-being for caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It may help you feel more supported and manage the unique challenges of caring for a school-aged child with ASD.
This study tests a program to help older adults who care for a family member or friend. The program aims to build resilience and cope with caregiving challenges.
Hear when a new Caregivers trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.