Loneliness may raise dementia risk in seniors with mild cognitive impairment
NCT ID NCT07211945
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study will follow 300 older adults (70+) who have mild cognitive impairment (MCI) for one year to see if feeling lonely makes them more likely to develop dementia. Researchers will track who progresses from MCI to dementia and compare loneliness levels. The goal is to understand whether social factors play a role in cognitive decline.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If loneliness is confirmed as a risk factor, it could point toward social interventions to help prevent dementia in vulnerable older adults.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to all populations.
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Hospital Sant Antoni Abat
Vilanova i la Geltrú, Barcelona, Spain
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