Computers for Caregiving Blair Irvine, Ph.D. Funded by the National Institute on Aging.
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Computers for Caregiving
Blair Irvine, Ph.D.
Funded by the National Institute on Aging
Introduction
Information Prevention
Advocacy
Premise
“Prevention” can be enhanced by information & behavioral skill building.
A good program advocates for effective prevention of known problems/deficits.
Why Computers?
Tailoring to individual interests Targeting by
– Gender– Age– Life Situation
Why use video?
Credible Educational Can build empathy Can model behavior
Family Caregivers
Family Caregivers
Family Caregivers
Research
Family Caregivers Professional Caregivers
– Basic Communication– Advanced Communication and Self-Care
(We are always looking for collaborators)
Family Caregiver Study
Employed family caregivers (dementia) Web based study
– N=340; randomized; 30 day follow-up
Research Results
Depression (CESD) p=.018 Stress (1 item) p=.003 Self efficacy p=.01 Intention to get help from:
– Family p=.014– Agencies p=.045
Beauchamp, Irvine, et al., ms. in preparation
Professional Caregivers
Professional Caregivers Study 1:
Basic Communication Skills– N=88 CNAs; Randomized– Interactive (mastery learning) vs. video inservice of same content
Professional Caregivers
Interactive program > video in all comparisons (measured with 6 video situations tests of behaviors)
Treatment group - significant effects:– ID correct response– Intention to use correct response– Self efficacy to use correct response
Irvine, Bourgeois, & Ary, 2003. J. Applied. Gerontology
Professional Caregivers
Professional Caregivers Study 2
Problem Solving, Prevention, Self Care N=230 CNAs, Nurse Aides etc. Randomized; 30 day follow-up
Professional Caregivers Study 2
Summary
Interactive approaches (computers + video): – Can be effective– Can provide tools for caregivers– Can benefits those receiving care
Computers for Caregiving
Blair Irvine, Ph.D.
Thanks to the National Institute on Aging
Research: www.orcasinc.comProducts: www.hcimarketplace.com
Any questions?