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Digital Health Trial Opens: AI Chatbot Support for Family Caregivers of TBI, Dementia, and Huntington Disease Patients

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22 Apr 2026

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University of Michigan researchers are testing an AI chatbot to support family caregivers of patients with TBI, dementia, and Huntington disease. The 8-week feasibility study targets high-burden caregivers using validated assessment tools.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

References

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