The purpose of this research study is to compare the effect of two different types of group wellness interventions for partner caregivers of individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI). The study is designed to evaluate how well these treatments can help TBI partner caregivers improve approach/avoidance behaviors.
A multi-site randomized controlled trial will be conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of two different types of group wellness interventions for partner caregivers of individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI). 92 participants will be recruited. Participants are randomly assigned to one of two wellness groups. Each group will involve six weekly 75-minute live video conference sessions as well as independent homework assignments that will be discussed in closed social media forums with peers and facilitators. Participants will complete self-report measures (approach and avoidance, anxiety, depression, caregiver appraisal, resilience, self efficacy, social integration, quality of life.) prior to intervention participation, within a week of class 6, and at 3-months post-intervention.. Intervention effectiveness will be determined by improvements between baseline and follow-up on a self-report measure of approach/avoidance behaviors.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
TRIPLE
Enrollment
90
Six 75-minute sessions via live video conference wherein participants will receive training in areas of health, wellness and quality of life. Classes will be supplemented with independent homework assignments and discussion on a closed social media forum with peers and facilitators.
Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Kessler Foundation
East Hanover, New Jersey, United States
Change on Behavioral Inhibition Scale (BIS)
The BIS measures avoidance of aversive stimuli (e.g., anxiety, fear worry)
Time frame: 6 weeks (between pre- and post testing)
Change on Behavioral Activation Scale (BAS)
The BAS measures responsiveness to goals, fun, and rewarding stimuli.
Time frame: 6 weeks (between pre- and post testing)
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