An Online Ecoaching RCT Intervention for Carers: Enhancing Wellbeing and Resilience Through Self-Help Strategies

The experimental group receives an online intervention based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, lifestyle intervention, and effective communication skills. This program is designed to operate individually on an e-platform. It consists of 6 weekly sessions, each lasting for less than 90 minutes. The content of the sessions focuses on teaching caregivers CBT techniques, lifestyle modifications to improve caregiving experiences, and effective communication strategies. In between each session, participants are assigned home practices to reinforce the skills learned further. All content will be included.

The experimental group receives an online intervention based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, lifestyle intervention, and effective communication skills as in eCoaching I. However, eCoaching II will include content specified to carer's specific need.

The control group attends 6 weekly online sessions that primarily provide educational information about lifestyle factors and communication. These sessions aim to enhance the control group's knowledge and understanding of the factors that impact caregiving. Each session in the control group also lasts for 90 minutes. The focus of these activities will be on building practical caregiving skills and promoting overall well-being, rather than targeting any particular psychological or mental health-related factors directly.