OPTIMIZATION OF WEB-BASED COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY FOR INSOMNIA NITECAPP IN RURAL DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS
2024

Web-Based Therapy for Insomnia in Rural Dementia Caregivers

Sample size: 22 publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): McCrae Christina

Primary Institution: University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida, United States

Hypothesis

Can web-based cognitive behavioral therapy improve sleep and health outcomes for rural dementia caregivers?

Conclusion

The web-based therapy showed promising preliminary effects on sleep and health outcomes for caregivers.

Supporting Evidence

  • The web-based therapy was developed based on feedback from caregivers and providers.
  • Preliminary effects on sleep and health were promising.
  • The intervention was positively evaluated for its comprehensive and engaging content.

Takeaway

This study is about a new online program to help caregivers of people with dementia sleep better and feel healthier.

Methodology

The study involved qualitative and quantitative evaluations, including feedback from caregivers and primary care providers, and a pilot test of the intervention.

Potential Biases

Potential bias from self-reported measures and small sample size.

Limitations

The sample size was small and limited to rural caregivers.

Participant Demographics

Rural dementia caregivers and primary care providers.

Statistical Information

Statistical Significance

p<0.05

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1093/geroni/igae098.0135

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