HEALTH BEHAVIOR

This study tested whether training peer mentors to lead a healthy lifestyle program could increase physical activity in Appalachian high school teens. Over 500 students participated, comparing the peer-mentor approach to a teacher-led program. The goal was to see if teens helping…

This study tested a family-based program to help Black and Latinx children ages 3-6 develop better social-emotional skills and healthy lifestyle habits like physical activity and sleep. Parents received support on parenting and cultural pride. The goal was to prevent behavior and…

This study tested whether a 4-week safety training program helps 3rd and 4th graders adopt behaviors to prevent school accidents. 200 students were split into a training group and a control group. The training focused on teaching children about common school accidents and how to …

This study tested a mobile app called LvL UP to help adults aged 21-59 in Singapore adopt healthier lifestyles. The goal was to prevent chronic diseases like heart disease and diabetes, as well as mental health issues like depression and anxiety. Over 1,000 participants used the …

This study tested two types of soleus pushups (short bursts vs. sustained holds) in 51 healthy young adults to see which better lowers blood sugar. Participants did the exercises, and their blood sugar was measured before and after. The goal was to find a simple, non-drug way to …

This study looked at two simple ways to help babies feel less pain during a hepatitis B vaccine shot: using a vibrating device on the injection site or gently flicking the skin before the needle. Researchers measured pain, crying time, and vital signs in 80 healthy infants. The g…

This study looked at whether a six-week health behavior training program could improve sleep quality and physical activity in pregnant women. 57 women in their early third trimester took part. The training group received education on healthy habits, while the control group had on…

This study tested a personalized sleep improvement app in 637 adults with poor sleep (but not full insomnia). Participants used the app for 6 to 12 weeks, and those who used it reported better sleep quality and fewer sleep problems compared to a waitlist group. The app gave tailo…

This study tested whether adults who had been in the ICU and felt distressed about it would use a mobile app to help process those memories. 29 people used the app for 6 weeks, and the researchers checked if it was practical and acceptable. The goal was to see if this approach co…

This study looked at how people feel during different types of exercise—steady moderate exercise versus short, intense bursts. Researchers measured pleasure and enjoyment in 29 healthy adults to see which style people liked more. The goal is to help design workouts that people en…

This study tested a program to help teenagers ages 13 to 16 make healthier choices about eating and exercise. The program added a health literacy module—teaching teens how to find and use health information—to an existing obesity prevention program. Researchers wanted to see if t…

This study looked at how well an injury prevention program called I-PROTECT works for youth handball players in Sweden. Over 4,200 players, coaches, parents, and club staff took part. The program uses an app with exercises and education to help reduce injuries. Researchers measur…

This study looked at a program called Family Navigation, which helps low-income and minority families get timely mental health services for their children. The goal was to figure out which parts of the program work best and are most cost-effective. Over 300 children aged 3-12 who…

This study looked at whether a supported employment program could help people who inject drugs get and use COVID-19 rapid tests. 102 adults took part. The goal was to see if this approach improved well-being and confidence in talking about health. The study did not test a treatme…

This study tested a smartphone app designed to help African American men start and keep up a regular exercise routine. 36 men used the app for 9 months, and researchers tracked their steps, weight, and blood pressure. The goal was to see if the app could help reduce health proble…

This study tested whether an 11-week program of educational videos and counseling delivered via WhatsApp could help new mothers feel more confident about breastfeeding, more satisfied with their bodies, and adopt healthier lifestyles. 86 postpartum women participated, with half r…

This study tested whether adding pictures to medication labels helps migrant and seasonal farmworkers in South Georgia understand how to take their medicines correctly. 87 adults received either standard labels or labels with graphics. Researchers measured understanding and healt…

This study tested a training program based on the Transtheoretical Model to help university students improve their knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors around contraception. 68 sexually active nursing students with low contraceptive behavior scores took part. The goal was to see i…

This study looked at healthy adults who are naturally very thin (BMI under 18.5) and compared them to people with a normal weight. Researchers measured body fat, eating habits, hormones, and gut bacteria to understand what keeps them lean. The goal was to learn more about the bio…

This study tested a smartphone app called Pro2col Health in 50 overweight, sedentary adults aged 21-60. The app gave personalized tips to improve diet, exercise, and daily steps. Researchers measured changes in biological age, fitness, body composition, and blood pressure over ti…

This study tested a personalized recommendation system that suggests specific sports activities to amateur football players aged 14-18. The goal was to see if tailored challenges could improve key performance areas like jumping, core strength, and endurance. Researchers compared …

This study looked at whether a school-based program could improve health literacy—the ability to find, understand, and use health information—among 176 Danish students aged 15-25. The goal was to see if better health literacy could help reduce health inequalities linked to educat…

This study tested a 12-week mobile health program for 100 office workers who sit most of the day. Participants used a web app and activity tracker to improve their diet, physical activity, and reduce sitting time. The goal was to see if the program was effective and cost-efficien…

This study tested whether a special training program based on the Health Belief Model could help women aged 20-45 use less water at home. Sixty-eight women took part, and researchers measured their water use habits, water footprint, and monthly water bills. The goal was to see if…

This study tested whether a culturally and linguistically tailored reminder letter could increase breast cancer screening among women aged 50-69 who had never attended screening before. Nearly 8,000 women were split into two groups: one received the standard invitation only, the …

This study tested whether training community leaders to run food literacy workshops could help women in disadvantaged areas make healthier food choices. About 260 women participated, with workshops focused on practical skills like meal planning and label reading. The goal was to …

This pilot study tested whether giving people small cash rewards each week (instead of a lump sum at the end) would encourage them to check their blood pressure at home more regularly. Fifty adults with uncontrolled high blood pressure from community health centers took part for …

This study asked 17 teens with congenital heart disease to test a mobile health program designed to help them learn about their health and make healthy choices. Participants completed surveys, used the app, and gave feedback in an interview. The goal was to find out if teens like…