May 17, 2024

Authors: Katie Newkirk, PhD and Joan Monin, PhD

Description: This document provides guidance on what dyadic data is, how it is different from proxy data, and what information can be gained by collecting and analyzing dyadic data compared to proxy data when conducting embedded pragmatic clinical trials (ePCTs) that include people living with dementia and care partners. Topic covered:

• Dyadic Data
• Proxy Data
• Constructs Often Measured for Both People Living with Dementia and Care Partners
• Analyzing Dyadic Data
• When Data Don’t Require Dyadic Analysis
• Proxy Data
• Do I Have Dyadic Data?