RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07021872

Reducing Loneliness Among Older Adults Through Enhancing Positive Affect

Reducing Loneliness Among Older Adults Through Enhancing Positive Affect: A Randomized Controlled Trial With Ecological Momentary Assessments

Sponsor

Education University of Hong Kong

Enrollment

276 participants

Start Date

Jun 30, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Loneliness

Summary

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of two psychosocial interventions-Tele-Positive Affect (Tele-PA) and Tele-Behavioral Activation (Tele-BA)-compared to active control (telephone-delivered friendly visit, Tele-FV) in reducing loneliness among older adults in Hong Kong.

Eligibility

Min Age: 65 Years

Inclusion Criteria3

aged 65 years or older
proficiency in Cantonese (over telephone)
experiencing loneliness (defined as a score of ≥ 6 on the 3-item UCLA Loneliness Scale)

Exclusion Criteria3

cognitive impairments
psychiatric disorders, learning disabilities, or active suicidal ideation
currently participating in other psychotherapy or psychosocial interventions aimed at enhancing well-being

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALTele-Positive Affect Intervention

A 4-week intervention consisting of eight skills aimed at enhancing positive affect, delivered via telephone by trained facilitators. Participants will learn skills such as gratitude, mindfulness, and positive reappraisal, with sessions held twice a week.

BEHAVIORALTele-Behavioral Activation Intervention

A 4-week intervention designed to promote engagement in meaningful activities, delivered through telephone by trained facilitators. The intervention will include behavior monitoring, activity planning, and social skills enhancement, with sessions held twice a week.

BEHAVIORALTele-Friendly Visit

An active control condition consisting of telephone-delivered friendly visits. Participants will engage in social conversation and activities to provide companionship without any specific skills training aimed at reducing loneliness. The intervention will be held within 4-week.