Systematic Care for Caregivers of Patients With Dementia: A Multicenter, Cluster-Randomized, Controlled Trial

Although no main effect was found, the results suggest that the SCPD might prevent a deterioration of the sense of competence in the intervention group. The intensity of a program is crucial and should be prescribed on the basis of evidence rather than left to the discretion of health professionals. Future controlled trials in daily clinical practice should use a process analysis to control for compliance.