Friendly chats may curb loneliness in seniors living solo
NCT ID NCT07526779
First seen Apr 19, 2026 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This study tests whether motivational interviewing—a supportive, client-centered conversation style—can reduce loneliness, improve daily living skills, and enhance quality of life in adults aged 65+ who live alone. Sixty participants will be randomly assigned to receive the interviews or standard care. Researchers will measure changes using standard questionnaires over the study period.
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Karadeniz Technical University
Trabzon, Turkey (Türkiye)
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What this could mean
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Active substance
motivational interviewing
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help older adults living alone feel less lonely and more independent.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The intervention is a conversation-based approach, not a medical treatment, so benefits may be modest.
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