London study tests if bingo and board games can beat loneliness
NCT ID NCT06805136
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a community program for young adults aged 20-40 in London who feel lonely. The program offers free or low-cost social events like walks, bingo, board games, and pub quizzes. Researchers will check if the program is practical and liked by participants, and if it helps reduce loneliness.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
community-based social interaction program (social walks, bingo nights, board games, pub quizzes, online spaces)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a low-cost way to reduce loneliness in young adults in cities.
What could go wrong
This is a small early study with only 70 people, so results may not apply widely. It measures feasibility, not proven effectiveness, and loneliness is complex.
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In the community in London, England
RECRUITINGLondon, United Kingdom
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Youth Resilience Unit, Wolfson Institute of Population Health, Queen Mary University of London
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