Imagery therapy for caregivers to reduce elder mistreatment
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a type of talking therapy that helps caregivers use mental imaging to understand their own feelings and reactions. It aims to lower the risk of elder mistreatment by supporting caregivers' mental health.
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Who can take part
- You are a family caregiver for someone with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia (like a spouse, child, or other relative).
- The person you care for is at least 60 years old.
- You spend at least 8 hours per week caring for them.
- You have some symptoms of depression (like feeling down or losing interest in things) — even mild ones.
- You use a smartphone at least five days a week.
- You do not currently have severe mental health conditions (like active psychosis or mania), have not attempted suicide in the past 6 months, and do not have serious memory or thinking problems.
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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