Prevention of Depression in Spouses of People With Cognitive Impairment

The PST-based intervention will train participants to effectively use problem-solving skills with the aim of strengthening their ability to cope and preventing the onset or worsening of depressive and anxiety disorders. Participants received 2 phases of treatment; the first phase involved 6 sessions conducted in the caregiver's home approximately 2 weeks apart, each lasting approximately 1.5 hours. The second phase included three telephone contacts (approximately 2 weeks apart) to reinforce principles taught during the first phase, each lasting approximately 45 minutes.

The nutritional education program will be based on the new USSDA dietary recommendations. Participants received 2 phases of treatment; the first phase involved 6 sessions conducted in the caregiver's home approximately 2 weeks apart, each lasting approximately 1.5 hours. The second phase included three telephone contacts (approximately 2 weeks apart) to reinforce principles taught during the first phase, each lasting approximately 45 minutes.