BODY IMAGE

This study looks at whether doing yoga during pregnancy can lower a woman's fear of a traumatic birth and improve how she sees herself and her body. Researchers will work with 46 pregnant women who are at least 16 weeks along and have a low-risk pregnancy. The goal is to see if y…

This study looks at whether teaching people with a colostomy or ileostomy how to care for their stoma helps them adjust, feel better about their body, and manage daily life. About 100 adults who had planned stoma surgery will take part. The goal is to see if education improves th…

This study tests a short video-based therapy called BRIGHT to help head and neck cancer survivors who feel distressed about changes in their appearance. About 180 survivors will be randomly assigned to BRIGHT or a supportive talk session. The goal is to see if BRIGHT reduces body…

This study looks at two ways of closing the surgical cut after gynecologic cancer surgery: one using staples or separate stitches, and the other using a continuous stitch under the skin. The goal is to see which method helps women feel better about their body image and mood after…

This study is testing whether a program called the Body Project can help prevent eating disorders in youth aged 15-22 in Nova Scotia. Participants attend group sessions led by peer mentors and fill out questionnaires. The goal is to see if the program is acceptable, useful, and e…

This study looks at how nomophobia—the fear of being without your smartphone—relates to stress, food addiction, and body image in 150 university students aged 18-30. Participants will fill out questionnaires and have body measurements taken. The goal is to understand connections …