Effect of a web-based intervention on the mental health of informal caregivers of the elderly: a randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Iran's demographic trends indicate significant aging, with intensive caregiving linked to mental health issues among caregivers, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of Mehrpishegan's web-based intervention on depression, anxiety, and stress levels among informal primary caregivers of older adults in Iran.

Methods

This study was a parallel-group, superiority, single-blinded randomized controlled trial conducted in Tehran. Eligible participants were informal caregivers with primary caregiving responsibility, access to the internet and a smart device, at least one month of caregiving experience, and the ability to use a web-based intervention. The primary outcomes were measured at baseline, 3 months, and 6 months using DAS

SUBMITTER: Rahimi F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12008969 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature