Novel Telehealth Trial Targets Pre-Death Grief in Dementia Caregivers — Mindfulness-Based Interventions Under Investigation
247 Health News Editorial
·23 May 2026
·3 min read
·clinical-trialsA groundbreaking US trial is investigating whether telehealth-delivered mindfulness and behavioural interventions can reduce pre-death grief in dementia caregivers. The study targets informal caregivers experiencing mental health challenges while caring for loved ones with dementia.
Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov
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