Cognitive Stimulation Program With Virtual Reality for Older Adults With Depressive Symptoms

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Conditions studied: Depressive Symptoms

In brief

The aim of this pilot RCT is the development, implementation, and evaluation of a cognitive stimulation program with virtual reality for individuals aged 65 or older who have depressive symptoms and attend Portuguese day centers. The program aims to promote their cognitive functioning, well-being and functionality, and to reduce their depressive symptoms. A pilot study of the program will be conducted to assess its feasibility and preliminary efficacy.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT07710222

Run by

Grupo Lusófona

People needed

60

Starts

2026-09-01

Expected to finish

2027-03-01

Last updated by the study team

2026-07-17

Who can join

Age: 65 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Individuals aged 65 years or older attending Portuguese day care centers;
• Presence of mild, moderate, or severe depressive symptomatology;
• Language skills and visual acuity.

You may not qualify if…

• Individuals presenting illiteracy and/or medical diagnosis of neurocognitive disorder or significant cognitive deficits (Mini-Mental State Examination)

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