BEHAVIOR

This study tested a program called IPPI for 108 nursing home residents with dementia and signs of depression or distress. Care partners offered two short, personalized activities each week for six months. The goal was to see if the program was practical and if it helped improve m…

This completed study looked at what helps or hinders head and neck cancer patients from getting dental care. Researchers interviewed 32 people, including patients, dentists, and cancer doctors in Germany. The goal was to identify barriers and solutions to improve dental care for …

This study looked at whether mindfulness meditation can change brain chemistry in areas linked to memory. Thirty female speech therapy students were split into two groups: one did mindfulness training, the other did muscle relaxation. Over 6 weeks, researchers measured brain meta…

This pilot study tested whether wearable sensors can measure apathy in real-life situations for people with frontotemporal dementia and healthy volunteers. 14 participants wore sensors that tracked movement, body position, and energy use. The goal was to see if this technology ca…

This study examined how smoking or abstaining overnight influences effort-based choices and stress tolerance in adult smokers. Five participants completed behavioral tasks and brain scans after smoking as usual and after overnight abstinence. The goal was to understand the effect…

This study tested a new oral health education program called MyBRUSH in 176 twelve-year-old children in Sabah, Malaysia. The goal was to see if it improves their knowledge, attitude, and habits about using toothpaste and brushing teeth, and also reduces dental plaque. One group r…

This study tested a community bike safety program for 195 kids ages 9 to 12. Some kids took a 12-hour safety class, some took the class plus a parent training session, and others received no training. All bikes were equipped with GPS and video cameras to track real-world riding b…

This study watched 25 doctors (from beginners to experts) as they examined a CT scan to understand how non-radiologists interpret these images. The goal is to find patterns in their approach and eventually create a simple guide to help non-specialist doctors spot serious problems…

This study tested a 6-week nurse-led education program for 24 adults with psoriasis. The goal was to see if the program helps patients better understand their disease, stick to treatments, and improve quality of life. The results will help design a larger future study.

This study tested a program called Link for Equity in 12 secondary schools. The program trained school staff to be more aware of racism and trauma, aiming to reduce violence and discipline gaps between students of different races. Over 1,600 school employees participated, and res…

This study tested whether sending personalized emails with specific practice data would encourage urologists to use an online quality dashboard more than a generic email. 100 high-volume urologists from Michigan were included. The main goal was to see if the personalized approach…

This study tested a new Arabic version of a questionnaire that measures how well people with type 2 diabetes take care of their feet. 255 adults in Tunisia completed the survey online. The goal was to see if the questionnaire is reliable and valid, so doctors can better identify …

This study tested a community support program (CSP) to see if it could help people in West Philadelphia attend their lung cancer screening appointments. Researchers compared attendance rates among 242 participants who opted into the program, those who did not, and a group from an…

This study tested how well the Aspire2B mobile app works. Over 1,700 smartphone users checked features like connecting wearable devices, scanning faces for age and stress, and tracking goals. The goal was to see if the app runs smoothly and to gather insights for future improveme…

This study tested a program called Link for Equity in 12 Minnesota middle and high schools with many students of color. The program trained school staff to be more aware of racism and how it affects students, and aimed to reduce bullying, fights, and unfair discipline. Over 500 s…