Health App Tool for Alzheimer's Caregivers

Evaluating the Effectiveness of the Health App Recommendation Tool

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Alzheimers Disease Related Dementias
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Healthy Volunteers Welcome You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 65
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Supportive Care
Participants needed
15 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Pittsburgh · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for family caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias. Participants will use a tool to evaluate health apps and provide feedback on its usability over four weeks.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 18 and 65 years old
  • I am an active caregiver for someone with Alzheimer's or related dementia
  • I have access to a smartphone, tablet, or smartwatch

You may not be able to join if

  • I have Alzheimer's disease or related dementia
  • I have severe cognitive decline
  • I do not provide caregiving on a routine basis
  • I do not own or have access to any smart device

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
This study aims to assess the effectiveness of the Health App Recommendation Tool (HART), an evidence-based tool that evaluates app features and matches them to the needs, abilities, and preferences of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) or their caregivers. This novel tool is not an app in and of itself, but rather an assessment tool used to determine how well suited…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Aged between 18 and 65 * Serving as an active caregiver for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia * Have access to smart devices such as smartphones, tablets, or smartwatches Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementi…
Contacts

Julie M Faieta, PhD, MOT

412-648-7792

juf52@pitt.edu

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