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Receiving mental health support over the phone could be a lifesaver for older adults who are grappling with depression and loneliness, according to a new study.
A weekly phone call significantly improved mental health in seniors experiencing loneliness and depression, according to a new study.
Depression and loneliness can be prevented using structured, telephone-based psychological care, delivered over eight weeks, according to new research.
York-led study shows phone therapy significantly reduces depression, surpassing benefits of antidepressants.
<p>The results of the study, a major clinical trial carried out during the Covid pandemic, showed rapid and enduring improvements in mental health and quality of life when older people received weekly phone calls over eight weeks from a specially trained coach who encouraged them to maintain their social connections and to remain active.</p>