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

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

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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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

psychiatric disorder Psychological Well-Being

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • St. Joseph's Health Care London

    London, Ontario, N6C0A7, Canada