Feasibility of an online training and support program for dementia carers: results from a mixed-methods pilot randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

iSupport is an online program developed by the World Health Organization to provide education, skills training, and social support to informal carers of persons with dementia. This pilot study examines the feasibility of the protocol for a main effectiveness trial of iSupport-Portugal and explores how the intervention and control arms compare over time on well-being outcomes.

Methods

A mixed-methods experimental parallel between-group design with two arms is followed. Participants were recruited nationwide, by referral or advertising, through the National Alzheimer's Association. Inclusion criteria are being Portuguese adults, providing e-consent, providing unpaid care to someone with dementia for at least 6 months, experiencing relevant scores on burden (≥ 21 on

SUBMITTER: Teles S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8887647 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature