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Can a Prescription for Social Engagement Be Just What the Doctor Ordered to Address Loneliness and/or Social Isolation?
A recent meta-analysis examined recent literature to determine whether social prescribing, the act of linking people to non-clinical community resources, is an effective way to address social isolation and loneliness. The research showed the benefits of social prescribing outweighed any drawbacks, such as individuals being uninterested in proposed activities. However, further studies are needed to better understand the functionalities of this approach.
Effectiveness of Technology Interventions in Addressing Social Isolation, Connectedness and Loneliness in Older Adults: Systematic Umbrella Review
In this systematic review, the authors sought to uncover the effectiveness of technology interventions aimed at improving social connectedness among older adults. Key findings from the study demonstrated that technology can improve connectedness, with the most success found when programs have longer training times and utilize established relationships.
Implementing a Digital Tool to Support Meaningful Engagement with Socially Isolated or Lonely Older Adults
Australian researchers created a digital social network tool to boost older adults’ social connections within the community. Pilot testing showed that the digital tool has the potential to relieve the aging services system by quickly linking older adults to resources to establish or reestablish social connection.
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