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Evaluation of a Group Cognitive–Behavioral Dementia Caregiver Intervention in Latin America

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Research has identified unique cultural factors contributing to dementia caregiving in Latin America but very few caregiver interventions have been systematically piloted and evaluated in this region. The purpose of this study was to examine the effectiveness of a group cognitive–behavioral intervention in improving the mental health of dementia caregivers from Cali, Colombia. Sixty-nine caregivers of individuals with dementia were randomly assigned to the cognitive–behavioral intervention or an educational control condition, both spanning 8 weeks. Compared to controls, the treatment group showed higher satisfaction with life and lower depression and burden over the posttest and 3-month follow-ups although there was no effect of the condition on participants’ stress levels.

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Dementia and Cognitive Impairment Research

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SCImago Journal & Country Rank
FuenteAmerican Journal of Alzheimer s Disease & Other Dementias®
Cuartil año de publicaciónNo disponible
Volumen29
Issue6
Páginas548 - 555
pISSN1533-3175
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