University of South Florida
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn whether Hangeoreum, a culturally tailored, self-paced, web-based program, is feasible and acceptable for Korean immigrants aged 50 and older who experience loneliness, and whether participants report improvements in loneliness and other aspects of psychosocial well-being after using the program. Hangeoreum is based on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), which teaches practical skills to help people respond to difficult thoughts and feelings while taking meaningful actions guided by their personal values. The main questions this study aims to answer are: * Can participants complete the Hangeoreum program as planned? * Is the program feasible, acceptable, appropriate, and easy to use? * Do participants show reductions in loneliness and improvements in social connectedness and other psychosocial outcomes after completing the program? * What are participants' experiences with the program, and what suggestions do they have for improving it? Participants will: * Complete six self-paced weekly online modules over approximately 6-7 weeks. * Complete online questionnaires before starting and after completing the program. * Take part in one online interview about their experiences with the program.
Older Korean immigrants in the United States may experience loneliness and limited social connectedness due to cultural and language barriers, limited social support, and challenges associated with immigration and aging. They may also face barriers to accessing culturally and linguistically appropriate mental health resources. Hangeoreum is a research-developed, culturally tailored, self-paced, web-based acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) program designed to address loneliness and promote meaningful connections and psychosocial well-being among Korean immigrants aged 50 and older. The pro…
Inclusion criteria are: (1) being 50 years of age or older; (2) self-identifying as a Korean immigrant, defined as being born in Korea and having immigrated to the United States; (3) being fluent in Korean; (4) reporting feelings of loneliness, defined for screening purposes as a score of ≥ 5 on the Korean version of the 3-item UCLA Loneliness Scale, with brief phone verification by the study team when needed to clarify incomplete or unclear screening responses; and (5) having access to a web-enabled device, such as a smartphone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer, with internet access at hom…
Six culturally tailored, self-paced weekly ACT modules delivered in Korean, approximately 15-20 minutes each, focusing on psychological flexibility and meaningful connectedness.