Opportunity details

The Roles of Fears of Compassion and Loneliness in Depression in Older Adults with Experiences of Childhood Trauma – A Mediation Study.

Complete a short, anonymous online survey about mental health in adults aged 60+

Link to organisation:

Full description:

We are looking for UK residents aged 60+ who read English to complete a survey for a Doctoral Thesis.
We are exploring the links between childhood trauma, loneliness, being afraid of giving or receiving compassion and depression in older adults. Understanding these connections more clearly will help find better ways to provide support. No lived experience is needed to participate.
To participate, copy and paste this link: https://edinburgh.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e51cgtMuGxAfRn8

Opportunity Deadline

31st October 2026

Payment:

None

Expenses:

None

Organisation

University of Edinburgh - School of Health in Social Science

The University of Edinburgh is a public research university based in Edinburgh, Scotland. This research happens as part of the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) programme within the School of Health in Social Science (HISS).

Attachment

Recruitment leaflet - Trauma, compassion, loneliness and depression - v1.3. 18.11.2025 reduced copy.pdf


Details

Topic:

Ageing
Mental health

Location:

UK wide

Involvement type:

Undertaking

What support is offered?

People are able to contact the lead researcher over email for further quesitons regarding the questionnaire. Support organisations are listed on the Patient Information Sheet if that is needed.

Can the work be done from home?

Yes

Suitable for a beginner?

Yes


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