LONELINESS

This study tested if helping lonely adults who take long-term opioids feel more connected could lower their risk of misusing opioids. Researchers provided psychological therapy and social support to 102 primary care patients. The goal was to see if these interventions could reduc…

This study tested a coaching program called Social Engage Coaching for adults aged 60 and older who feel lonely and have had thoughts of suicide. Participants worked with a trained coach in up to 10 sessions to improve their social connections and well-being. The study involved 2…

This study tested whether a faith and prayer mobile app called PRAY.COM could help university students feel better mentally and emotionally. About 450 students used the app for at least 10 minutes each day over 8 weeks. Researchers checked if students liked the app and if it help…

This study looked at whether gardening activities (horticultural therapy) can reduce loneliness and improve life satisfaction in elderly people living in nursing homes. 54 adults over age 60 took part, with some doing gardening and others not. The goal was to see if interacting w…

This study tested whether a non-invasive magnetic brain stimulation technique (TMS) can reduce apathy—a severe lack of motivation—in older Veterans with mild memory problems. About 100 participants received either real or fake TMS over 20 sessions. The goal was to see if TMS coul…

This study tested whether weekly social groups called VOICES Veterans Socials could help older veterans with depression feel less lonely and more supported. 18 veterans joined the groups and filled out questionnaires about their mood, social connections, and satisfaction. The goa…

This study tested a web-based program called RELOAD-C for caregivers of people with Alzheimer's or related dementias. The program used short videos and online group meetings to help caregivers find more meaning and purpose in their caregiving role. 96 caregivers took part, and th…

This study tested whether sending up to 10 caring postcards from a fellow Veteran (Peer Specialist) could reduce loneliness and improve mental health in older Veterans. Nearly 1,000 Veterans aged 50 and older who had missed VA appointments and felt isolated took part. Participant…

This study tested whether trained volunteers (retirees and young people) could help reduce loneliness in older adults aged 65+ through telephone-based mindfulness and behavioral activation sessions. 251 participants took part. The goal was to see if this low-cost, community appro…

This study tested a brief coaching program called Social Engage for Hispanic/Latino caregivers aged 40 and older who care for a family member with dementia and feel lonely or stressed. Ten participants took part in up to 8 weekly sessions over 3 months. The goal was to see if the…

This study tested whether regular supportive phone calls could improve mental health in older adults who receive meal services and may feel lonely or isolated. Over 670 participants aged 55+ either received 8 weeks of 'warm calls' from trained helpers or were in a comparison grou…

This study looked at the best way to provide medically tailored meals to families. Researchers compared giving meals to just one person versus the whole household, and using a dedicated driver versus a commercial shipper. The goal was to see which approach improves diet quality a…

This study tested a program called SOCIAL-ENGAGE designed to help Spanish-speaking Latino adults who feel socially isolated and have suicidal thoughts. Researchers worked with 54 participants to see if increasing cultural-social activities (like spending time with others who shar…

This study tested a 25-week program called eHOOD for teens in 7th-10th grade facing issues like anxiety, loneliness, or bullying. The program included physical activity, cooking, healthy lifestyle lessons, and online gaming with peers. The goal was not to measure health changes, …

This study looked at how children's use of smartphones and tablets, including social media and games, relates to their mood, sleep, stress, and physical activity. Over 900 children aged 8 to 17 and their parents took part by using the Aura app and completing surveys for 3 months.…

This study followed over 2,300 adults from urban areas of Chile for one year to learn more about chronic pain and its effects. Researchers looked at how pain relates to depression, anxiety, sleep problems, and work stress. The goal was to better understand the burden of chronic p…

This study looked at whether sending older adults (65 and over) to community activities after a period of home-based recovery care could lower their risk of loneliness. Researchers compared in-person community activities with online ones in 30 participants. The goal was to see if…