Clinical trials
Social Isolation or Loneliness clinical trials
Below are recruiting social isolation or loneliness clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 81 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07863583Recruiting
Social connection group for older adults in subsidized housing
This study tests a program that brings older adults together in their housing community to build social connections. It may help reduce loneliness and improve well-being, and you could participate as a general resident or help lead the group.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 62 years+ - NCT07107906Recruiting
CONNECT program: group telehealth to reduce loneliness in adults 55+
This trial tests a group-based telehealth program called CONNECT, which aims to reduce loneliness, social isolation, and mental health symptoms like anxiety or depression in adults aged 55 and older. You'll join online group sessions instead of in-person programs, making it easier to connect from home.
Winnipeg, ManitobaAges 55 years+ - NCT06458335Recruiting
Treating opioid use and loneliness
This study tests a program to help people with opioid use disorder who also feel lonely. It aims to see if treating both together can improve your health and wellbeing.
Rochester, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07123298Recruiting
Program to help older adults feel less alone at home
This study tests a program called CAPABLE Care + Connect that helps older adults who feel lonely or isolated and have trouble with daily activities at home. It connects them with support to feel more capable and less alone.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 50 years+ - NCT07218965Recruiting
Farm family connection study for lonely adults
This study tests if a program that helps build strong relationships can reduce loneliness in adults living in farming areas. You might be eligible if you feel lonely and live in an agricultural community.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07669805Recruiting
Mindfulness and lifestyle program for older adults
This study tests a program that combines mindfulness practices and lifestyle changes to improve well-being in adults aged 55 and older. It may help reduce loneliness and support mental health.
Hualien City, TaiwanAges 55 years+ - NCT07005817Enrolling by invitation
Social media study for young adults' health
This study looks at how social media use affects health in young adults. If you use social media, have a smartphone, and belong to certain groups with higher health risks, you may be able to join.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18–29 - NCT07789080Recruiting
Exercise program for older women living alone
This study tests a fitness program designed for women aged 75 and older who live alone. The goal is to see if regular exercise can improve their quality of life, independence, and overall well-being.
Oslo, OsloAges 75–100 - NCT07696650Recruiting
Choose to Move Replacement Ready study
This study looks at a program called Choose to Move Replacement Ready (CTM-RR) for older adults and the people who help them get active. It tests how well the program works for activity coaches, participants, and healthcare referral partners.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 50 years+ - NCT07182019Recruiting
Connecting families to fight loneliness in dementia
This study tests a program that helps people with dementia and their loved ones stay in touch through video calls. It aims to reduce social isolation and improve well-being.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 65 years+ - NCT07069179Recruiting
Choose to Move replacement study for older adults
This study tests a program called Choose to Move Replacement Ready (CTM-RR) designed for older adults. It looks at how well activity coaches and healthcare referral partners can help people get active.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 50 years+ - NCT04756245Recruiting
Pilot study using virtual reality plus walking support
This study tests a virtual reality activity program you can do at home, with support from an “activity buddy.” It aims to see whether the program is safe and workable for people at home, and to learn how it affects activity and thinking.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 45–80 - NCT06510439Recruiting
Need to be Needed (N2BN) study for adults with mood or thought disorders
This study is testing a program to help adults with mood or thought disorders (like depression, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia) who feel lonely. The program focuses on building connections and a sense of purpose.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–99 - NCT06446414Enrolling by invitation
Provincial Scale-Up of Choose to Move Program
This trial looks at how well the Choose to Move (CTM) program works when it is expanded across a province. Researchers want to see if it helps older adults stay active and whether the program is being delivered as planned.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 50 years+ - NCT06434298Enrolling by invitation
Choose to Move program for older adults
This study is testing a program called Choose to Move to help older adults stay active. It is looking for staff, coaches, and older adults (50+) to join and share their experiences.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 50 years+ - NCT06252259Enrolling by invitation
How well does Choose to Move work for older adults?
This trial looks at how well a program called Choose to Move is working for older adults. Researchers want to hear from program staff, coaches, and participants (aged 50+) to see if the program is easy to use and helpful.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 50 years+ - NCT04940663Recruiting
Study brain and feelings in loneliness and social isolation
This study looks at how the brain and behavior relate to loneliness and feeling socially isolated in people with serious mental health conditions. It may help researchers understand what drives loneliness and how it could be addressed in the future.
Charlestown, MassachusettsAges 18–55 - NCT06335836Recruiting
Social connections and brain health in memory decline
This study looks at how being socially isolated or socially active affects memory and brain health in people who feel their thinking is getting worse. You may join if you notice a slow decline in memory or thinking, but otherwise have normal test results.
Nanjing, China, JiangsuAges 45–85 - NCT06405620Recruiting
Robot companion for children in isolation
This study tests whether a social robot can help children who are in the hospital for a long time feel less alone. The robot may provide conversation and activities to support them during their stay.
ToulouseAges 7–18 - NCT07471529Recruiting
Social support app for psychotherapy patients
This trial tests a smartphone app that helps you get social support while you wait for outpatient therapy. It is for people with mild to moderate depression who are not starting therapy right away.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 18–70 - NCT07488559Recruiting
Engage coaching for older adults feeling lonely
This trial tests a coaching program to help older adults who feel lonely. It aims to see if the program can improve social connections and well-being.
Rochester, New YorkAges 60 years+ - NCT07543653Recruiting
Testing ways to reduce loneliness in young Chinese adults
This study tests different approaches to help young adults (ages 18–30) who feel lonely. Researchers want to see which methods work best to help people feel more connected.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 18–30 - NCT07473791Recruiting
Social media diet study for university students
This trial tests whether reducing social media use can improve psychological well-being in university students. You will be asked to limit your social media time and track your screen usage over 4 weeks.
Gümüşhane, Gümüşhane ProvinceAges 17–25 - NCT07418437Enrolling by invitation
Loneliness help for cancer survivors
This study tests a program to help reduce loneliness in people who have had cancer. You may be able to join if you often feel lonely and are not currently in a hospital or nursing home.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for social isolation or loneliness?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 81 recruiting social isolation or loneliness studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a social isolation or loneliness trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a social isolation or loneliness trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.