Brain study seeks clues to loneliness in mental illness

NCT ID NCT04940663

First seen May 12, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at how feeling lonely and being socially isolated affect the brains of people with serious mental illnesses like psychosis or schizophrenia. Researchers will use surveys, daily diaries, and brain scans to understand these links. The goal is to find new ways to help improve daily functioning and quality of life.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Charlestown, Massachusetts, 02129, United States

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