EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING

This study tested whether extra psychoeducational nursing sessions could improve quality of life, emotional well-being, and reduce anxiety in 120 adults receiving modified electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for depression, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia. Half the patients got th…

This study tested a brief, self-guided internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT) program designed for university students, researchers, and staff. The program includes four weekly modules to help manage stress and anxiety. Researchers enrolled 35 participants to see if t…

This study tested whether group music therapy can improve emotional well-being, anxiety, and social connectedness in university students. 120 students in urban China were randomly assigned to active music-making, guided music listening, or a waitlist. Both therapy formats were de…

This study looked at whether two types of talk therapy—cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and relaxation training—could improve mood and thinking in people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis. 140 participants with mild to moderate disability were randomly assigned to one…

This study looked at whether doing short, frequent exercise sessions (called 'exercise snacks') is better for your mental health than doing longer, less frequent workouts. 180 healthy young adults were split into two groups: one did six 15-minute cycling sessions per week, the ot…

This study looked at whether a 30-minute walk outside in a green area helps people recover from mental tiredness and stress better than walking on a treadmill indoors. 80 healthy young adults were split into two groups: one walked outdoors in nature, the other walked indoors in a…