LONELINESS

This study explores whether a short virtual reality (VR) tour of Bali can reduce loneliness in adults aged 65 and older. Participants are randomly assigned to either a 13-minute VR travel experience or a puzzle activity, and their feelings of loneliness are measured before and af…

This small pilot study is testing whether weekly sauna visits can help reduce loneliness in young adults aged 19-22. Participants will visit a sauna in San Francisco once a week for 2 hours, either alone or with a friend, for 8 weeks. The study aims to see if people find the prog…

This study tests whether pairing lonely seniors (60+) with children or teens (12-21) who have a mentally ill parent can reduce loneliness and improve well-being for both. The pairs meet weekly for six months to do activities like games, cooking, or walks. Researchers will measure…

This study tests a special care program designed for older adults (65+) who live alone and have limb injuries. The program, led by a nurse practitioner, includes six educational units to support recovery. Researchers will measure whether it helps reduce pain, depression, and lone…

This study tests an AI companion called Baba that calls or texts older adults who live alone. Baba uses conversational AI to chat, track emotions, and alert caregivers if needed. The goal is to see if regular conversations can reduce loneliness and improve mood over 12 weeks.

This study tests whether a generative AI chatbot can help new mothers learn about pelvic floor health and reduce feelings of loneliness after childbirth. Researchers will compare standard postpartum care with or without access to the chatbot over 4 weeks. The trial involves 130 f…

This study tests whether limiting social media use to a set amount each day can reduce loneliness, fear of missing out (FoMO), and improve sleep quality in university students. Seventy students aged 18-25 who use social media at least 2 hours daily will be randomly assigned to ei…

This study will test whether a smartphone meditation program called Equa can help young adults (ages 18-30) reduce stress, anxiety, and loneliness. About 300 participants will use the app for 14 days, completing short daily guided lessons while wearing sensors to track their body…

This study tests whether personalized social activities—like group classes or events—can help adults aged 55 and older who feel lonely. Participants work with a coordinator to choose activities they enjoy and aim to do at least 2 hours per week for 6 months. Researchers track cha…

This study tests whether a 8-week telephone program combining mindfulness and social connection exercises can reduce loneliness in older adults (65+) living in poverty in Hong Kong. Over 1,300 participants will be assigned to the program or a control group. The goal is to see if …

This pilot study tests a mindfulness-based music breathing program for older adults (65+) with mild to moderate anxiety or depression. The goal is to see if it boosts resilience and eases symptoms like loneliness and worry. Forty participants will be randomly assigned to the prog…

This study tests whether a group program focused on boosting positive emotions can reduce loneliness in young adults aged 18 to 30 in Hong Kong and mainland China. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the positive affect program or a social skills training group. The …

This study tests a smartphone app that prompts people with depression to reach out to friends or family for support at the right moments. Over 21 days, 120 adults awaiting therapy will be randomly assigned to different versions of the app or no app at all. The goal is to see if t…

This study tests whether adding special content about loneliness to an internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (ICBT) program helps people with depression and anxiety feel better. About 494 adults in Saskatchewan who report feeling lonely will take part. Some will get the sta…

This study tests whether a 6-session computer program that pairs social images with positive pictures can reduce loneliness in adults. 136 participants will complete tasks and questionnaires over three weeks. The goal is to see if this simple training changes how people feel abou…

This study tests a community program for young adults aged 20-40 in London who feel lonely. The program offers free or low-cost social events like walks, bingo, board games, and pub quizzes. Researchers will check if the program is practical and liked by participants, and if it h…

This study tests a program called 'Need to Be Needed' (N2BN) that uses volunteering to help adults with serious mental illness feel more connected and less lonely. 120 participants will either join the volunteering program or receive weekly listening support. Researchers will mea…

This study tests whether a virtual group reminiscence program called Life Story Club can reduce loneliness and apathy in adults aged 60 and older. Fifty participants will meet weekly over Zoom for 12 weeks to share personal stories. Researchers will measure changes in loneliness,…

This study tests whether reducing loneliness can help people with opioid use disorder. 300 adults who feel lonely and use opioids will receive 6 weekly sessions. Researchers will measure changes in loneliness and opioid use over time.

This study tests whether a 6-session therapy program (CBT-PSI) can reduce loneliness and improve mental health in adults living in agricultural areas. 65 participants will be assigned to either the therapy or a health education group. The goal is to see if changing thoughts and b…

This pilot study tests a digitized version of Self-Help Plus, a stress management program from the World Health Organization, for international students at a U.S. university. About 50 students will attend a two-day workshop with videos and group discussions, then complete surveys…

This study is testing a group program called Groups 4 Health (G4H) to see if it can reduce loneliness and boost well-being in university students. About 148 students will take part in five 90-minute sessions focused on building social connections. Researchers will also collect sa…

This study tests a six-week group program delivered by phone or Zoom for adults 55 and older who feel lonely, isolated, or anxious. The program uses counseling techniques to help participants cope with difficult emotions and build connections. Researchers will compare the program…

This study looks at how loneliness impacts recovery from depression in 200 hospitalized patients. Researchers will track symptoms, social support, and collect blood, saliva, and stool samples at three points: start of treatment, discharge, and three months later. The goal is to u…

This study follows up to 10,000 medical students in Orléans, France, for up to 22 years to understand what puts them at risk for depression and other mental health issues. Participants fill out an annual online questionnaire. The goal is to identify early warning signs so that fu…

This study uses brain scans to understand why some people feel lonely even when they have friends. Researchers will look at how the brain represents feelings of connection and isolation. The goal is to find better ways to help people who feel lonely. The study needs 248 adults wh…