Can a 'Courage and Love' group therapy beat loneliness in seniors?
NCT ID NCT06424483
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a group therapy called Awareness, Courage, and Love (ACL) for older adults with psychiatric disorders who feel lonely. The therapy focuses on mindfulness, sharing feelings, and building connections. Researchers want to see if the program is practical and helpful for this group.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Awareness, Courage, and Love (ACL) group psychotherapy
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a new, practical group therapy option to help reduce loneliness in older adults with mental health conditions.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early feasibility study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply widely. The therapy may not significantly reduce loneliness for everyone.
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Locations
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St. Joseph's Health Care London
London, Ontario, N6C0A7, Canada