Addressing the silent epidemic: a narrative review and evidence synthesis of digital health and telehealth interventions for loneliness in older adults
Overview
This narrative review synthesizes evidence on digital health and telehealth interventions aimed at reducing loneliness in older adults. It examines various modalities such as video visits, mobile applications, and AI companions, noting that while some show promise, results are heterogeneous and influenced by design and user support. The resource highlights the digital divide as a significant barrier to equitable adoption and calls for further large-scale research.
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- Motti Haimi (The Max Stern Yezreel Valley College)
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- 2026-05-21
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- hybrid
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- 10.1007/s40520-026-03411-6
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@article{allodium:9008a81a1bcb497a,
title = {Addressing the silent epidemic: a narrative review and evidence synthesis of digital health and telehealth interventions for loneliness in older adults},
author = {Motti Haimi},
year = {2026},
journal = {PubMed Central},
doi = {10.1007/s40520-026-03411-6},
url = {https://doi.org/10.1007/s40520-026-03411-6}
}RIS
TY - JOUR TI - Addressing the silent epidemic: a narrative review and evidence synthesis of digital health and telehealth interventions for loneliness in older adults AU - Haimi, Motti PY - 2026 PB - PubMed Central DO - 10.1007/s40520-026-03411-6 UR - https://doi.org/10.1007/s40520-026-03411-6 ER -
APA
Haimi, M. (2026). Addressing the silent epidemic: a narrative review and evidence synthesis of digital health and telehealth interventions for loneliness in older adults. PubMed Central. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40520-026-03411-6
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