This study investigates the effects of two different wellness interventions for partner caregivers of individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI). Traumatic brain injury is a condition where the brain is injured due to an external force, leading to various physical and mental challenges. The study aims to explore if these interventions can support caregivers in managing grief and fear associated with their caregiving roles.
Participants will be assigned to one of two study arms. One arm will attend the Life Reentry program, a web-based counseling intervention. The other arm will participate in a TBI Education series called 'Life After TBI'. Both programs involve weekly 75-minute online classes for six weeks, with additional homework assignments and access to online forums. These classes will be available through a teleconferencing platform, and recordings will be provided for missed sessions.
- Who can participate: Adults aged 18 and older who can read and speak English fluently, have been in a relationship with a person with TBI for at least one year, care for their partner daily, and have internet access in a private location may participate. Those with certain mental health diagnoses or previous Life Reentry program participants are excluded.
- Study details: Participants will engage in online classes once a week for six weeks, focusing on either grief counseling or TBI education. They will receive homework assignments to apply the class content and can interact with peers in online forums.
