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TIVA Mobile Health Intervention for Family Caregivers
Sponsor: Universidade do Porto
Summary
This pilot study aims to evaluate the feasibility, usability, and preliminary effects of the TIVA mobile health intervention in promoting positive mental health among family caregivers of older adults. TIVA is a culturally adapted mobile application based on Lluch's Positive Mental Health model and designed to support caregivers through daily activities, motivational messages, relaxation strategies, and psychoeducational content over a four-week intervention period. A pilot randomized controlled study with parallel allocation will be conducted involving family caregivers recruited in community and primary healthcare settings in Portugal. Participants will be allocated either to the TIVA intervention group or to a usual care control group. Outcomes will include positive mental health, caregiver burden, usability, satisfaction, adherence, and acceptability. Data will be collected at baseline, post-intervention, and follow-up. This study intends to contribute to the development of accessible digital mental health strategies to support family caregivers and promote healthy ageing.
Official title: A Mobile Health Intervention for the Promotion of Mental Health in Family Caregivers: Protocol for a Pilot Study
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
80
Start Date
2026-09
Completion Date
2027-04
Last Updated
2026-06-01
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
TIVA Mobile Application
The intervention consists of the use of the TIVA mobile application over a four-week period. The application was culturally adapted for Portuguese family caregivers and is based on Lluch's Positive Mental Health model. The app includes daily activities, motivational messages, relaxation exercises, psychoeducational content, and self-reflection strategies aimed at promoting positive mental health and well-being among family caregivers of older adults.
Locations (1)
University of Porto
Porto, Porto District, Portugal