Phone calls that heal: new study aims to cure loneliness in rural seniors
NCT ID NCT07576855
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a telephone program where older adults in rural areas share life memories three times a week. Researchers want to see if it reduces loneliness and improves mental well-being, social support, and life satisfaction for both older adults and their informal caregivers. The study involves 170 participants and compares those who start the program right away with those who wait 12 weeks.
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University of Connecticut
Storrs, Connecticut, 06269, United States
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