Understudied area within loneliness research are the benefits of Multi-Dimensional techniques coupled with Customized treatment plans. This approach (MDC) has the potential of extending the longevity and impact of the intervention [3].
Research Scope- Multidimensional intervention with individualized focus
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Proposed solution – Our team has been analyzing factors which trigger loneliness and has identified 2 main causes, namely lack of Purpose, loss of self-Value. These two contribute to a feeling of Hopelessness. These 3 factors (PVH) cause the individual assume that their social visibility has diminished. They also assume (due to mobility or financial reasons) that there is no help to spring back to a positive frame of mind.
Our solution comprises of an AI enabled smartphone app in which two audio bots are discussing topics related to individual’s hobbies or profession. These bots are trained by Mental health SMEs to imbed topics and queries related to purpose, value and hope. This enables the individual to consume positive therapy in a safe, relaxed, informal environment. Individuals can reflect and re-evaluate their negative thoughts, learn skills, renew social connections. All from the comfort of their home and at convenient time.
Planned validation – We propose identify a group of 30 seniors, in a senior care facility (Residential), and conduct our MDC-HPV study. We will evaluate their loneliness and liveliness scores at the start of the intervention and at regular intervals.
During this study, the digital solution (app) will enable and encourage patients using the MDC-HPV intervention approach to reduce loneliness. App can capture real-time monitoring by performing regular loneliness/liveliness scoring thereby giving care-givers feedback and progress updates.
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