NCT07482800 Dementia in Fiction and Clinical Narratives
| NCT ID | NCT07482800 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Fu Jen Catholic University |
| Condition | Dementia |
| Study Type | OBSERVATIONAL |
| Enrollment | 40 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-03-17 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-07-31 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.
This trial targets 40 participants in total. It began in 2026-03-17 with a primary completion date of 2026-07-31.
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Brief Summary
This study aims to compare the natural narrative language of patients with Alzheimer's disease and the fictional depictions of dementia in contemporary novels from both neurological and literary perspectives. It investigates the similarities and differences in the deterioration of semantic and episodic memory. The goal is to develop a cross-disciplinary language observation model that enhances early diagnostic understanding, fosters empathy in caregiving, and strengthens medical humanities education.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer's disease or other mild cognitive impairment by a neurologist (case group) / healthy individuals matched for age and education level (control group) * Able to communicate and understand basic language Exclusion Criteria: * Refuse to participate in the study
Contact & Investigator
Ke-Yun Chao, PhD
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Fu Jen Catholic University
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07482800 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 60 Years or older, up to 85 Years, studying Dementia. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07482800 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07482800 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at ck_qq@hotmail.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07482800 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at New Taipei City, Taiwan.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07482800 clinical trial?
NCT07482800 is sponsored by Fu Jen Catholic University. The principal investigator is Ke-Yun Chao, PhD at Fu Jen Catholic University. The trial plans to enroll 40 participants.