MENTAL DISORDER

This study tested a 15-session program that teaches positive thinking, coping skills, and finding purpose in life. 449 adults with severe mental illness (like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder) took part. The program helped improve life satisfaction and optimism compared to usual…

This study tested whether an Apple Watch, a new app, and weekly health coaching could help dementia caregivers improve their sleep and mood. 21 caregivers wore the watch to track their activity and sleep patterns, and received personalized feedback and support for up to 6 weeks. …

This study tested whether training staff in residential facilities can help prevent suicide and improve mental health for youth in the legal system. About 1000 youth and staff took part. Researchers compared facilities that received the training to those that did not, measuring c…

This study looked at how older adults (75+) with chronic conditions and taking many medicines feel about being cared for by the same family doctor over time. Researchers interviewed 26 patients to understand the impact of doctor changes on their care. The goal was to learn about …

This study looked at how heart disease and mental health problems like depression and anxiety are connected, and how things in the environment might play a role. Researchers studied 400 people with both heart disease and a mental health condition, using questionnaires and tests t…

This study tested whether adding a new clinic policy to a training program helps reduce stigma from mental health providers toward people with substance use disorders. Twelve providers from two clinics took part. The goal was to see if policy plus training works better than train…

This study looked at whether a simple phone call from a medical student to older adults with heart disease or mental health conditions could reduce hospitalizations during the first COVID-19 lockdown in France. Over 22,000 patients were randomly assigned to receive a check-in cal…

This study tested a telehealth program called CRAFT-EP that helps families support a relative with early psychosis and substance use (like alcohol or cannabis). 65 family members took part. The goal was to see if the program improves family wellbeing, including depression and anx…