Loneliness in Older Adults (IMAGE) University of Texas at Austin Caption Researchers found that in-person visits reduced feelings of loneliness in older adults, while phone calls, texting and digital communications, were not as effective. Credit The University of Texas at Austin Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.