Study for Rural Well-Being and Social Connection

Official Title Fostering Agricultural Relationships and Meaning - Thriving on Kinship (FARM-TOK)

Purpose

The purpose of this study is to understand how well and how accepted a phone-based intervention for loneliness works for people in rural or farming/agricultural areas. The goal of this intervention is to reduce loneliness and improve mental well-being. 

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Inclusion criteria 

  • Understand English
  • Reside in an agricultural area in Ohio 
  • Experiencing loneliness or social isolation 

Exclusion Criteria 

  • Limited mental competency/not able to give informed consent 
  • Non-English Speaking 
  • Diagnosis of neurological disorder or Bipolar I
  • Current psychotic diagnosis
  • Suicidal or homicidal intent indicating need for hospitalization or treatment (as determined by clinical interviewer)

Age Range

18 years and up