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NCT03384043 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Comparing Smartphone Technology and a Memory Strategy on Improving Prospective Memory in Alzheimer's Disease
A NA study, sponsored by Baylor University.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 52
- Enrollment target
NCT03384043 is a NA study that has completed, run by Baylor University. The registered enrollment target is 52 participants.
The verdict
NCT03384043, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by Baylor University.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 52 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
Alzheimer's disease is a debilitating condition for patients and their caregivers marked by hallmark cognitive symptoms (e.g., memory loss) as well as an impact on quality of life. Researchers and clinicians are learning that a specific type of memory, called prospective memory, may be particularly affected in mild Alzheimer's disease. Prospective memory is memory for future intentions, goals, and chores, and the loss of the neurocognitive processes supporting prospective memory may reduce independent functioning (e.g., medication adherence). The current study investigates a technology-based intervention to assist participants with their daily prospective memory tasks. Participants with mild cognitive impairment and mild Alzheimer's disease will be trained to use a smartphone for four weeks. Smartphone acceptability, usability, and overall user experience will be measured. Furthermore, participants will be tested on completion of daily prospective memory tasks. In one group, participants will train to use the smartphone personal assistant reminder system, which reminds participants of their goals, tasks, and chores at the appropriate time or location. In a comparison group, participants will also carry a smartphone but will train to use a memory strategy in which they verbalize external cues to remind them to perform their goals, tasks, and chores. The goal of this research is to inform whether smartphone technology or a memory strategy can be used to reduce memory burden and improve daily, independent functioning in participants with mild Alzheimer's disease.
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Implementation Intention
- BEHAVIORAL Smartphone Personal Assistant
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 52 participants |
| Start Date | 2018-01-08 |
| Est. Completion | 2020-02-28 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT03384043
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT03384043 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 52 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Baylor University, which has 33 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 2 interventions - of which Implementation Intention is the first listed.
NCT03384043 reports 0 study locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT03384043 about?
NCT03384043 is a clinical study titled "Comparing Smartphone Technology and a Memory Strategy on Improving Prospective Memory in Alzheimer's Disease". Alzheimer's disease is a debilitating condition for patients and their caregivers marked by hallmark cognitive symptoms (e.g., memory loss) as well as an impact on quality of life. Researchers and clinicians are learning that a specific type of memory, called prospective memory, may be particularly ...
What is the current status of trial NCT03384043?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 52 participants. The study started on 2018-01-08. Estimated completion is 2020-02-28.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT03384043?
The interventions under investigation include: Implementation Intention (BEHAVIORAL), Smartphone Personal Assistant (BEHAVIORAL).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03384043?
This trial is sponsored by Baylor University, which has 33 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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