能够参与社交的机器人可以帮助缓解孤独感并发挥认知功能，但机器人本身并不需要直接参与，它可以作为人类交流的中介。
Robots capable of social engagement help with loneliness as well as cognitive functioning, but the robot itself doesn't have to engage directly—it can serve as an intermediary for human communication.
援助小组和会议能缓解孤独的感觉以及提供不孕病友体验的学习机会。
Support groups and meetings can reduce the feeling of isolation and provide an opportunity to learn from others who are experiencing infertility.
也就是说，电话专线能帮人暂时缓解孤独的感觉，却不太可能降低长期的孤独感。
That is, a call-in line can help reduce feelings of loneliness temporarily, but is not likely to reduce levels of chronic loneliness.
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