SUNAM Protocol for Managing BPSD

This study evaluates the effectiveness of the Systematic Unmet Needs Assessment and Management (SUNAM) Protocol, an algorithm-based intervention developed from the unmet needs theory of BPSD, in reducing Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD) among institutionalized residents. Both the experimental and control groups received 100 minutes of BPSD foundational education and 100 minutes of VR simulation training. The experimental group received an additional 150 minutes of SUNAM protocol training. The study aims to determine whether integrating SUNAM into caregiver training enhances BPSD assessment, management, and reduction by addressing unmet needs.

NCT Number	NCT07041034
Lead Sponsor	Mackay Medical College
Conditions	Dementia
Enrollment	120 participants
Start Date	2025-12-20
Primary Completion	2026-12-30 (estimated)
Study Completion	2027-03-31 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-06-08