Buddy system: seniors and teens team up to beat loneliness
NCT ID NCT07581171
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
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 loneliness, mental health, and quality of life in 80 participants from Hamburg.
What this could mean
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Active substance
intergenerational tandem mentoring (weekly one-on-one meetings for six months)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to reduce loneliness and improve mental well-being for both seniors and vulnerable youth.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 80 participants in one city, so results may not apply broadly. The intervention is behavioral and may not work for everyone.
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