MENTAL HEALTH

This study tests two counseling programs to help women who use drugs in Tanzania start and continue taking PrEP, a daily pill that prevents HIV. 200 women will be randomly assigned to receive either basic information, two counseling sessions, or up to 14 sessions that also addres…

This study tests a smartphone app that uses game-like features to help women ages 18 to 59 in the United States drink less alcohol and improve their mental well-being. About 1,752 women will use the app, and researchers will track their drinking habits and mental health over time…

This study tests a web-based toolkit designed to help early childhood development workers in Lebanon cope with stress and improve their well-being. Fifty teachers, social workers, and caretakers will use the toolkit and report changes in their psychological immunity, emotional re…

This study tests whether watching a virtual reality (VR) video of an ECT session can reduce anxiety and improve understanding in people about to receive ECT for the first time. About 64 participants will be randomly assigned to either the VR experience or a standard talk with a p…

This study tests a group-based stress management course called Self-Help Plus (SH+) for refugee mothers living in a settlement in Uganda. About 725 mothers with young children (ages 3-4) will either take the course plus usual care, or just usual care. Researchers want to see if t…

This study tests whether trained peer counselors from the LGBTIQA+ community can reduce psychological distress and violence exposure in Nepal. About 960 LGBTIQA+ adults aged 18-55 who have faced violence and feel distressed will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: indivi…

This study tests if a mindfulness program can help teens addicted to short-form videos. About 58 high school students will be split into two groups: one gets the program, the other does not. Researchers will measure changes in video addiction and flow (enjoyment) scores before, a…

This study tests whether watching 10-minute virtual reality nature videos twice a week for 12 weeks can improve quality of life and mood in nursing home residents with dementia. Sixty residents will be randomly assigned to either the virtual nature group or continue their usual c…

This study aimed to see if taking a prebiotic for six weeks could reduce morning cortisol (a stress hormone) in healthy young adults aged 18-25 with mild to moderate stress. Participants would have been randomly assigned to receive the prebiotic or a placebo. However, the study w…

This study tests whether adding a doula to standard pregnancy care can improve mental health and birth outcomes for Black birthing people. 230 participants will either receive doula support (prenatal visits, labor support, and postpartum visits) or standard care. The main goal is…

This study looks at whether acupuncture can help people with schizophrenia feel better by reducing side effects from their medication and improving psychiatric symptoms. One hundred participants will receive acupuncture twice a week for four weeks. Researchers will measure anxiet…

This study looks at whether giving women in Mexico access to a well-being phone app can improve their mental health. About 4000 women who are feeling psychological distress will take part. Researchers will measure changes in well-being, anxiety, depression, and stress to see if t…

This study tests a 14-day self-compassion writing program delivered through a WeChat mini-program for parents of autistic individuals. The goal is to see if the program is easy to use and helps improve mental health and self-compassion. About 240 parents are taking part, and the …

This study looks at a school-based program called VOCES-NUEVAS designed to help newcomer girls from Latin America feel better mentally and emotionally. About 24 students from four school health centers will take short surveys before and after the program and share their thoughts.…

This study looks at whether using snus (including white nicotine pouches) is linked to heart disease, metabolic problems, and mental health issues. Researchers will analyze health data from over 30,000 Swedish adults, comparing snus users to non-users over time. The goal is to se…

This study tests a training program for occupational therapists who work with people who have had a brain injury. The goal is to help therapists better screen for and treat anxiety and depression in their patients. Twenty therapists will participate, and researchers will see if t…

This study aimed to create a database of high-frequency brain signals to better understand epilepsy, migraines, and other brain conditions. It planned to use advanced software to map brain functions in healthy volunteers. However, the study was withdrawn before enrolling anyone, …

This study tests a program that adds health screenings for new mothers during their baby's regular pediatric visits in the Dominican Republic. About 150 women with infants up to 6 months old will take a questionnaire about their physical and mental health, and get referrals if ne…

This study tests a program called Meet Me on the Pitch that combines soccer with mental health support for teens ages 14-21. The goal is to see if it helps youth feel better, connect with others, and do well in school. About 480 teens who already play soccer with Soccer Without B…

This study will follow 192 teenagers aged 12 to 20 who are already receiving either Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Brief Strategic Therapy (BST) for conditions like anxiety, depression, or OCD. Researchers will track their progress using questionnaires and interviews over …

This study gives 250 parents in Pomona $500 each month for 18 months to see if it reduces stress and improves their children's development. A control group of 350 parents gets only $20 per month. Researchers will measure financial security, child well-being, and family health to …

This study tests an 8-week school program called INSPIRE for Indonesian teens aged 13-15. The program aims to improve mental health knowledge, resilience, and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. About 680 teens and their parents will take part, with results measured right …

This study will collect data from up to 300,000 adults who use a digital physical activity program called Sword Move. The goal is to observe how increasing physical activity affects overall health, quality of life, and mental well-being. Participants are healthy or have stable co…

This study looks at whether medical-legal partnerships—where lawyers work closely with healthcare providers—can help veterans with housing problems avoid eviction and homelessness better than regular legal services. About 85 veterans will be randomly assigned to either the partne…

This study is asking 2500 adults from Croatia, Greece, Italy, Slovenia, and Spain to fill out an online survey about their diet, exercise, sleep, stress, and social life. Researchers want to see which habits are linked to better physical and mental health. The results will help g…

This study tests a new way of teaching called MOVI-OLE! that uses special furniture and active lessons to get kids moving more in class. Researchers will check if this helps 500 students in 5th and 6th grade think better, feel happier, and stay healthier. The goal is to see if ch…

This study looks at whether a program designed to improve social and emotional skills can work in public schools in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. About 120 sixth-grade students from four schools will take part. The goal is to see if the program is practical and well-received, not yet to …

This study looks at two different school-based mental health screening methods to see which one helps more African-American elementary students get the mental health services they need. Researchers will track how many students are referred to help and how many disciplinary issues…

This study looks at whether a program called RISE can help nurse preceptors—experienced nurses who train new nurses—feel less burned out and more resilient, self-compassionate, and empowered. About 124 nurse preceptors from AdventHealth will take part. The study uses questionnair…