一项研究发现,短暂的社会接触会减少痴呆症照顾者的孤独感,特别是在压力下。 Brief social contacts reduce loneliness in dementia caregivers, especially under stress, a study finds.

一项新的研究发现,与朋友——如发短信或打电话——进行简短、定期的社会互动,有助于减少痴呆症照顾者之间的短暂孤独,特别是在压力大的时候。 A new study finds that brief, regular social interactions with friends—like texting or calling—can help reduce momentary loneliness among dementia caregivers, especially during stressful times. 研究人员在五天的时间里分析了223名照顾者提供的实时数据,发现即使小的连接也会降低孤独感,特别是对那些承担更重照顾责任的人而言。 Researchers analyzed real-time data from 223 caregivers over five days and found that even small connections lowered loneliness, particularly for those with heavier caregiving duties. 这些调查结果在《老年学期刊》上发表,并得到国家老龄问题研究所的支持,突出说明了保持社会参与作为支持照顾者福祉的切实方法而带来的心理健康惠益。 The findings, published in the Journal of Gerontology and supported by the National Institute on Aging, highlight the mental health benefits of staying socially engaged as a practical way to support caregivers’ well-being.