The Butler-Program 2.0: An Internet Platform for Elderly
Not Applicable
Completed
- Conditions
- Quality of Life
- Registration Number
- NCT02816801
- Lead Sponsor
- University of Zurich
- Brief Summary
In this study, effectiveness of an internet based intervention (Butler 2.0) for elderly is tested. Participants (n= 60) will be randomly assigned to two different groups (intervention vs. waitlist). Outcomes in terms of loneliness and quality of life will be assessed at pre-, post (6 weeks) and follow-up (3 months).
- Detailed Description
Elderly people (age 65+ ) in Zurich will have access to the Butler program 2.0. Butler 2.0 has been designed for elderly with little experience in the use of computers. Several means of communication such as e-mail, video conferencing, chat and a blog are united on this platform. Furthermore, relaxation exercises are offered in the form of virtual walks.
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- COMPLETED
- Sex
- All
- Target Recruitment
- 27
Inclusion Criteria
- age: 65 years or older
- comprehension of German language
- access to Internet
Exclusion Criteria
- suicidality
- poor eyesight which makes use of intervention impossible
Study & Design
- Study Type
- INTERVENTIONAL
- Study Design
- PARALLEL
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method World Health Organization Quality of Life (WHOQL)-BREF 3 months Quality of life
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Geriatric Depression Scale 3 months Depression
State-Scale of the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI-S) 3 months Anxiety
Trial Locations
- Locations (1)
University of Zurich
🇨🇭Zurich, Switzerland
University of Zurich🇨🇭Zurich, Switzerland