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The study aims to develop a program theory and a core outcome set for a technology-assisted counseling intervention designed for family dementia caregivers.

March 19, 2026Open Access

Program theory and core outcome set development for a technology-assisted counseling intervention in dementia : multimethods study

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The study aims to develop a program theory and a core outcome set for a technology-assisted counseling intervention designed for family dementia caregivers.
Conducted a scoping review of technology-mediated counseling interventions and their outcomes.
Explored caregivers' lived experiences through semistructured interviews using a phenomenological approach.
Synthesized findings into a logic model to formulate an initial program theory.
Included 69 records detailing 34 diverse technology-assisted interventions.
Identified key themes from interviews with caregivers, such as feelings of insecurity and the need for support.
Developed a theory of change that describes improved knowledge, attitude, and interaction resulting from the intervention.

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Multimethods study develops a program theory and core outcome set for technology-assisted counseling in dementia caregivers, indicating the need for theory-led approaches.

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Bauernschmidt et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69bb92f2496e729e62980aad https://doi.org/10.25673/122684

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Multimethods study develops a program theory and core outcome set for technology-assisted counseling in dementia caregivers, indicating the need for theory-led approaches.

Program theory and core outcome set development for a technology-assisted counseling intervention in dementia : multimethods study

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Program theory and core outcome set development for a technology-assisted counseling intervention in dementia : multimethods study

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