Virtual Patient Behavioral Response Training for Family Caregivers

Virtual Patient Behavioral Response Training for Family Caregivers

Our study is designed to help caregivers of someone with Alzheimer's Disease and related dementia to understand and deal with the difficult behaviors of a person with dementia.

The goal of this study is to develop and evaluate the Caring Response mobile app, containing a training that builds skills and stimulates practice. The investigators are evaluating different materials, which may encourage caregiver participation, enable user interaction, and promote better assimilation of concepts. The research team is designing the program to help to enhance caregivers' skills to deal with difficult behaviors, reduce distress, and improve quality of life.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Care for an individual with Alzheimer's Disease or other dementia.
• Own a smartphone or tablet and have Internet access.
• Minimum age of 18 years old.
• Spend at least 8 hours/week caring for a person with dementia.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Severe psychological or physical illness.
• Inability to read and follow English instructions.
• High level of depressive symptoms.
• Unwillingness to participate in all aspects of the study.