Clinical Trial: Supporting Our Caregivers In ADRD Learning (SOCIAL)
Study Status: COMPLETED
Recruit Status: COMPLETED
Condition: Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias
Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
Official Title: Supporting Our Caregivers In ADRD Learning (SOCIAL): Reducing Stress for Caregivers of Persons With Dementia, a Pilot Randomized Control Trial
Brief Summary:
Building on limitations of prior research, the investigators developed the Mindful and Self-Compassionate Care Program (MASC) to help caregivers of persons with Alzheimer Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) manage stress associated with the general caregiver experience including stress stemming from managing challenging patient behaviors.MASC teaches: (1) mindfulness skills; (2) compassion and self-compassion skills; and (3) behavioral management skills.MASC also provides psychoeducation and group-based training…
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