Memory Support System for Mild Cognitive Impairment
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests a Memory Support System to determine its effectiveness for Chinese American adults with mild cognitive impairment. Researchers aim to understand if this non-drug program benefits individuals who primarily speak Mandarin or Cantonese. Participants will either receive guided training with a day planner or engage in self-study and brain health education. The study seeks Chinese American individuals with mild memory issues who regularly speak Mandarin or Cantonese. As an unphased trial, it offers a unique opportunity to contribute to research that may enhance memory support for the community.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial requires that you have either not been taking memory-enhancing medications or have been on a stable dose for the last 3 months. If you are on such medications, you don't need to stop them, but they should be stable.
What prior data suggests that the Memory Support System is safe for Chinese American older adults with mild cognitive impairment?
Research has shown that the Memory Support System (MSS) is a well-researched program designed to assist individuals with mild memory problems. It employs a calendar and notebook to address memory issues. Studies have found MSS to be safe and easy for participants to use, with no reports of harmful side effects. This is likely because it is a non-drug treatment focusing on behavioral strategies.
In past research, MSS helped users improve their daily memory tasks without negative effects. Participants can feel confident about the safety of joining MSS programs.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the Memory Support System (MSS) for mild cognitive impairment because it offers a structured, non-drug approach to improve memory. Unlike current treatments that often rely on medications, which can have side effects, the MSS involves personalized training sessions using a workbook to enhance cognitive skills. This method empowers individuals to actively engage in their cognitive health and adapt strategies that best fit their daily lives. Additionally, the ability to customize the number of sessions provides flexibility, allowing participants to receive support tailored to their needs.
What evidence suggests that the Memory Support System is effective for mild cognitive impairment?
Research has shown that the Memory Support System (MSS), which participants in this trial may receive, helps people with mild memory problems improve their daily activities and feel more confident about their memory. In some cases, these improvements last up to eight weeks after training. One study found that using MSS helped people remember names and faces better. This suggests that MSS can effectively boost memory skills for those with early memory issues. Overall, MSS appears to be a promising tool for supporting memory and daily skills in people experiencing early memory challenges.26789
Who Is on the Research Team?
Clara Li, PhD
Principal Investigator
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for older Chinese American adults with mild cognitive impairment who primarily speak Mandarin or Cantonese. They need a study partner to join them. There's no mention of specific exclusions, so it seems open to those fitting the language and cognitive criteria.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive either the MSS Training Workbook or Brain Health Education over 10-15 sessions
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Memory Support System
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Lead Sponsor