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)