Developing culturally appropriate assessments for people with dementia (Old ID 28929)
Role
Chief Investigator
Description
This study's aim is to develop culturally appropriate measures of anxiety and depression for older adults living with dementia in the Torres Strait. This is of significance given high rates of psychological distress identified in First Nations peoples. Outcomes from the study will (1) improve the accurate and timely diagnosis of comorbid psychological conditions in people with dementia; and (2) clarify differential diagnosis of dementia in older Torres Strait adults. Having culturally appropriate tools will facilitate equity of assessment for treatment within an underserved and disadvantaged group and ensure appropriate treatment and management within this vulnerable population of older adults.
Date
01 Apr 2022 - 31 Dec 2023
Project Type
GRANT
Keywords
Mental health;Torres Strait;Assessment
Funding Body
Dementia Australia
Amount
75000
Project Team
Rachel Quigley;Ellaina Andersson