CHILD BEHAVIOR

This study tested whether fluoride or probiotic toothpaste can prevent cavities in 508 children aged 4-5. Kids brushed twice daily for 12 months with either fluoride, probiotic, or plain toothpaste. Researchers also surveyed eating and brushing habits to find risk factors for cav…

This completed study tested a program called HomeStyles-2, which aims to help parents of children aged 6 to 11 create healthier home environments. The program focuses on improving diet, physical activity, and sleep habits to prevent obesity. Over 450 families participated, with s…

This study tested whether giving parents extra support—including talks about culture and healthy living—helps Black and Latinx children ages 3 to 6 behave better and be more active. About 80 families took part. The goal was to prevent problems early by teaching positive parenting…

This study tested two training programs to help 7-8 year old children cross streets more safely. One group used virtual reality, another practiced on real streets, and a third group had no training. Researchers measured how often children chose safe crossing spots and gaps betwee…

This study tested whether Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS), a behavioral approach that teaches caregivers to address children's underlying thinking skill deficits, can improve executive function and reduce behavioral symptoms in 54 youth receiving home-based mental health care…

This study tested a specially designed video game to help children with amblyopia (lazy eye) follow their eye-patch therapy more consistently. 34 children participated, and the game aimed to make rehabilitation exercises more enjoyable and easier to stick with. The goal was to se…

This study tested whether a needleless device (INJEX) can reduce pain and improve behavior in children aged 7-10 during dental fillings compared to a traditional syringe. Fifty children received both methods in different teeth, and researchers measured pain using the FLACC scale …

This study tested a program that teaches parents how to help their 3- to 9-year-old children with social-emotional skills and healthy habits like physical activity and sleep. It included 86 families facing major stressors such as trauma, mental health issues, or financial strain.…

This study tested a program called Naungan Kasih-Hybrid that combines a single in-person session, teacher-led WhatsApp groups, and a chatbot to help parents of preschoolers in low-income families in Malaysia. Over 770 parents and 750 children from 50 preschools took part. The goa…

This study tested a classroom-based program called SterkWerk, designed to promote a prosocial (helpful and cooperative) climate among children in grades 5-8 (ages 8-12). Over 2,300 children participated, and researchers measured changes in prosocial behavior, social skills, and c…

This study tested a smartphone app to collect quality-of-life reports from children who had a liver transplant and their parents. The goal was to see if using the app could help doctors better understand and support these children. About 200 children aged 8 to 20 and their parent…

This study tested a home-based video coaching program called FIND for 160 low-income caregivers with children aged 12-36 months. The program films caregivers interacting with their child and provides feedback to boost supportive parenting. Researchers measured parenting stress, c…

This study tested a program that combines video coaching during pediatric visits with home-based family support to improve parenting and early school readiness. Researchers enrolled 403 low-income families in New York and Pittsburgh. They measured parenting behaviors, child devel…