Menopausal study: PERI-MIND
Official title Development of a Personalized, Psychosocial Intervention for Menopausal Individuals With Elevated Dementia Risk
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06965686
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to see if the program is acceptable and doable for these women and to gather early data for a larger trial.
- Who it's for
- Women in mid‑life who are going through menopause and have a higher than average risk of developing dementia.
- What's involved
- Participants first join focus groups to share their fears and needs. Then they receive the new counseling program, which covers health, emotions, and daily functioning. After the program, they are followed for three weeks to evaluate how well it worked.
- Time commitment
- The pilot lasts about three weeks, with a few scheduled visits or calls to complete the program and provide feedback.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 40 to 58, women only
You may be able to join if
- Female sex at birth
- Aged between 40-58 years
- Late perimenopause or early post-menopause
- Elevated dementia risk characterized by first degree relative with diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or another dementia
You likely can't join if
- Diagnosis of Mild Cognitive Impairment, Alzheimer's or another dementia
- Diagnosis of other chronic illness or condition that affects cognition (e.g., Axis I psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia or mood disorders...
- Inadequate vision or hearing to engage with intervention materials
- Unable or unwilling to provide informed consent
- Iatrogenic menopause (i.e., due to surgery)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 40 years to 58 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Chicago, Illinois, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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