Caring for Informal Dementia Caregivers and Their Loved Ones Via the HOMeCARE Exercise and Mindfulness for Health Program (HOMeCARE): A Randomized, Single-Blind, Controlled Trial
Objective: To investigate the effects of a dyadic intervention of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) for informal dementia caregivers and home-based balance and progressive resistance training (PRT) for their loved ones. Methods: The study was a two arm, randomized, controlled, single-blinded...
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Veröffentlicht in: | Gerontology and geriatric medicine 2023-01, Vol.9, p.23337214231203472-23337214231203472 |
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Zusammenfassung: | Objective: To investigate the effects of a dyadic intervention of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) for informal dementia caregivers and home-based balance and progressive resistance training (PRT) for their loved ones. Methods: The study was a two arm, randomized, controlled, single-blinded, parallel-group trial. Dyads were randomized to an intervention group: an 8-week MBSR course (daily) and an 8-week PRT and balance training (3 days/week) for their loved ones or a waiting list control group. Results: Nine dyads were randomized [caregivers: median age 75 (40–81) years, loved ones: 77 (73–88) years]. The intervention significantly improved caregiver mindfulness [relative effect size (95% confidence interval) 1.35 (−0.10, 2.81); p = .009] and functional mobility in their loved ones [mean difference (95% confidence interval) 1.53 (−3.09, 6.14)] with no significant effects on caregiver burden [relative effect size (95% confidence interval) 0.22 (−1.09, 1.54); p = .622]. Conclusion: The study appeared feasible in the home environment and future large and longer trials should test the efficacy of a more abbreviated MBSR intervention to optimize adoption and sustain adherence over time.
Trial registry name: HOMeCare: Caring for the Dementia Caregiver and their Loved One via the HOMeCare Exercise and Mindfulness for Health Program
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https://www.australianclinicaltrials.gov.au/anzctr/trial/ACTRN12617000347369
Registration number: ACTRN12617000347369 |
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ISSN: | 2333-7214 2333-7214 |
DOI: | 10.1177/23337214231203472 |