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Voice Activated Personal Assistant for Depression Among Older Adults
Sponsor: Northwestern University
Summary
Participants will use Amazon Alexa to test a new voice-assisted program for mental health management. The participant will use this program to help with goal setting, reminders, and various other services. The participant may be supported by a caregiver, if available, or by research team member who will serve as a coach for the duration of the study to guide them with using the program. Participants will be asked to complete surveys and assessments about their experiences during the 12-week study period. Participants will be randomized into two groups: those who receive a guide to help them with utilization of the program to its fullest potential and those who do not receive that guide.
Official title: Technology-Enabled Services to Support Caregivers of Older Adults With Depression
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
80
Start Date
2023-12-04
Completion Date
2025-10-31
Last Updated
2025-05-04
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
VIPA Treatment Program
Participants will receive and Alexa device with a behavioral activation program, along with a detailed guidebook about how to utilize the Alexa device and the VIPA program
Alexa with Guidebook
Participants will receive an Alexa device with a detailed guidebook on how to use the device.
Locations (1)
Northwestern University
Chicago, Illinois, United States