Understanding loneliness in older adults with schizophrenia
Loneliness in Aging with Schizophrenia
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO · NIH-10868738
This study is looking at how feeling lonely affects older adults with schizophrenia and their overall health and happiness, and it includes both those with schizophrenia and others their age without mental health issues to see how their experiences compare.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (LA JOLLA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10868738 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of loneliness on older adults with schizophrenia, focusing on how it affects their health, cognition, and overall well-being. The study will involve 120 participants with schizophrenia and 90 age-matched individuals without psychiatric conditions, assessing their experiences of loneliness over time. Through in-person visits and evaluations, researchers aim to uncover the long-term effects of loneliness and its relationship with aging and schizophrenia. The findings could help identify ways to improve the quality of life for these individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are middle-aged and older adults aged 65 and above who have a diagnosis of schizophrenia.
Not a fit: Patients who are younger than 65 or do not have a diagnosis of schizophrenia may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to targeted interventions that reduce loneliness and improve health outcomes for older adults with schizophrenia.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that addressing loneliness can significantly improve health outcomes in various populations, suggesting that this approach may yield beneficial results.
Where this research is happening
LA JOLLA, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO — LA JOLLA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: PALMER, BARTON W. — UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO
- Study coordinator: PALMER, BARTON W.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
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