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This work aims to enhance the methodology for dyadic dementia interventions by equipping researchers with necessary skills and knowledge.

July 26, 2026Journal of Alzheimer s Disease

“From theory to methodology”: Evaluating a workshop for designing mechanistic interventions for dementia dyads

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CSClaire Szapary MSMaggie L. Syme KLKaren S. Lyons

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Randomized trial assesses effectiveness of a workshop to enhance skills in designing interventions for dementia dyads, implying improved research quality.

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This work aims to enhance the methodology for dyadic dementia interventions by equipping researchers with necessary skills and knowledge.
Four-hour workshop with didactic presentations on dyadic theory and intervention design.
Small-group experiential activities for applying concepts to attendees' research projects.
Feedback provided individually by workshop leaders to facilitate learning.
Participants reported significant improvements in perceived knowledge and confidence post-workshop.
High satisfaction ratings indicated effective workshop experience.
The combination of didactic instruction and experiential learning proved to be feasible and effective.

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Szapary et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a65a36cd3aea3239cd7696e https://doi.org/10.1177/13872877261467779

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July 26, 2026Journal of Alzheimer s Disease

“From theory to methodology”: Evaluating a workshop for designing mechanistic interventions for dementia dyads

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Authors

CSClaire Szapary MSMaggie L. Syme KLKaren S. Lyons

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Overview

Randomized trial assesses effectiveness of a workshop to enhance skills in designing interventions for dementia dyads, implying improved research quality.

Key Points

This work aims to enhance the methodology for dyadic dementia interventions by equipping researchers with necessary skills and knowledge.
Four-hour workshop with didactic presentations on dyadic theory and intervention design.
Small-group experiential activities for applying concepts to attendees' research projects.
Feedback provided individually by workshop leaders to facilitate learning.
Participants reported significant improvements in perceived knowledge and confidence post-workshop.
High satisfaction ratings indicated effective workshop experience.
The combination of didactic instruction and experiential learning proved to be feasible and effective.

Cite This Study

Szapary et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a65a36cd3aea3239cd7696e https://doi.org/10.1177/13872877261467779

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