Clinical trial for Lewy Bodies Disease
Official title VOCALE LBD: Online Peer Support for Caregivers of People With Lewy Body Dementia
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07637097
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether a tailored online group can lower depression in caregivers of people with Lewy Body Dementia. It compares the group to standard educational materials.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you are a family caregiver of someone with Lewy Body Dementia and you want help with depression and daily challenges.
- What's involved
- You would join an 8‑week online community with 10‑15 other caregivers. Each week you read and discuss topics about sleep, hallucinations, and self‑care, and you learn problem‑solving skills. A moderator helps keep the group on track.
- Time commitment
- The program lasts 8 weeks. You will need to log in online each week to read posts and participate in discussions.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
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Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Current family member or informal (unpaid) caregiver of a person with a confirmed diagnosis of Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) or LBD mixed pathology
- Experiences depressive symptoms as defined by a score of 5 or higher on the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9)
- Able to read, write, and speak English
- Has access to a device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) that can connect to the internet and be used for videoconferencing or phone calls, OR is...
- Has an active email address OR is willing to create and use an email address prior to enrollment
You likely can't join if
- Active suicidal ideation as indicated by endorsement of PHQ-9 Item 9 (thoughts that you would be better off dead, or thoughts of hurting yourself)
- Paid or professional caregiver (must be unpaid family/informal caregiver)
- Unable to read, write, or speak English
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Seattle, Washington, United States
Compensation & support
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Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
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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 all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
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