πŸ›οΈ Verified NIH Record β€’ Updated 2026-06-09

Mentalizing Imagery Therapy for Caregivers to Address Risk of Elder Mistreatment (NCT07648238)

Mentalizing Imagery Therapy for Caregivers to Address Risk of Elder Mistreatment (MIT-CARE)

🟑 Not Yet Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic 🧠 Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston

🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The purpose of this study is to establish the clinical efficacy of Mentalizing Imagery Therapy (MIT) for Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders (ADRD) family caregivers in terms of mentalizing and elder mistreatment (EM) risk factors of stress, depression, and suicidality and to identify the mechanistic impacts of MIT on ADRD family caregivers' mental health,including stress, depression, and suicidality.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston β€” Houston, Texas

πŸ§ͺ Interventions in This Study

  • Mentalizing Imagery Therapy (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Mindfulness Exercises. (BEHAVIORAL)

πŸ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" β€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria β†—

πŸ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston β€” Houston, Texas

πŸ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (256) 270-5286

Email: wesley.r.browning@uth.tmc.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

πŸ’° Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA Β§ 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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πŸ’‘ How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
πŸ›οΈ View Official NIH Record β†—