MENTAL HEALTH ISSUE

This study tested a program that combines community-based fetal ultrasound with care navigation to help pregnant women with substance use disorder engage in prenatal care and substance use treatment. The program used motivational interviewing and strength-based education to suppo…

This trial tests four family-oriented counseling programs designed to support children and adolescents (ages 3-18) who have a parent with a mental illness or addiction. The programs range from brief therapy for children showing signs of distress to preventive sessions for those w…

This study tested a program called SYV (The Voice of Youth) to see if supporting mental health helps young people with HIV take their medication regularly. 690 youth aged 10-24 in Tanzania took part. The goal was to improve viral suppression by addressing mental health challenges…

This completed trial in Xishui, China, tested a community-based program for 3,571 adults aged 35 and older who were at high risk for COPD and had mental health symptoms. The program included lung function tests, digital mental health support, smoking cessation help, and health ed…

This study explores whether three months of arts-based digital training—either music composition or photography—can change how teenagers aged 13-16 use and are affected by social media. Researchers will compare these active interventions to a passive control group to see if the t…

This study tested a program to help Latino men who have sex with men get access to PrEP (HIV prevention pills), HIV testing, and mental health services. The program included one-on-one outreach sessions and a website with stories from other Latino men. The goal was to see if this…

This study tested an online program called EMPATIA designed to prevent mental health issues in teenagers who already have mild symptoms. 158 adolescents aged 12-18 used the program for 8 weeks. Researchers compared them to teens receiving usual care to see if the online intervent…

This study tested a mobile app called LvL UP that helps adults improve their lifestyle habits, like moving more, eating well, and managing stress. The goal was to prevent chronic diseases (like heart disease or diabetes) and mental health issues. Over 1,000 adults in Singapore us…

This study tested short, digital exercises (called micro-interventions) designed to reduce distress and improve well-being in breast cancer survivors. 120 women who had been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer in the past 5 years and had mild-to-moderate anxiety or depressio…

This study looks at whether the way a pregnant woman monitors her baby's movements can influence her stress, anxiety, and emotional bond with the fetus. It compares two self-assessment methods: one where women focus on the character and strength of movements without counting, and…

This study follows 140 people with obstructive defecation syndrome (ODS) — a condition that causes straining and difficulty passing stool — who are scheduled for surgery. Researchers will measure depression and anxiety using standard questionnaires before and after the procedure,…

This study investigates whether structured laughter therapy—using simulated laughter and breathing exercises—can improve psychological well-being, life satisfaction, and mental health in people over 65 living in a nursing home. Participants are randomly assigned to receive laught…

This study tested a 5-month mindfulness meditation program for hospital staff to see if it improves mental well-being and work fulfillment. 108 professionals from 8 departments took part, with some receiving the program and others serving as a control group. The goal was to see i…

This study tested a video game called 'Healing Town' to see if it could help people with stable schizophrenia take their medication more regularly. Twenty participants played the game, which uses stories and decisions to encourage adherence. The goal was to improve attitudes towa…

This study tested whether pillows filled with herbs can improve sleep and quality of life. Thirty healthy adults used the pillows for two weeks while wearing a sleep monitor and filling out questionnaires. The goal was to see if a simple, natural approach could help people sleep …

This study tested whether taking part in art activities like theatre, dance, visual arts, music, or cinema can improve mental health. 541 adults with psychiatric diagnoses were randomly assigned to either an art program or a waitlist. Researchers measured changes in depression an…

This study tested a 12-week mobile phone program of daily reflection and meditation exercises for children with cancer and their families. The goal was to see if the program is practical and helpful for improving mental well-being and reducing anxiety and depression. Forty partic…

This pilot study tested whether a Nordic walking group program could improve the physical and mental health of older adults who were evacuated from their homes to Haifa. Twenty-four participants aged 65 and older took part in 16 guided walking sessions over two months. Researcher…

This study tested whether taking part in art activities (like painting, music, or dance) can improve mental well-being. 382 people with mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, or emotional disorders were randomly assigned to either an art program or a waitlist. The stud…

This study aims to understand the challenges and opportunities in improving school culture around mental health in Chennai, India. Researchers will interview students aged 12-18, teachers, parents, and school staff to identify what helps or hinders mental health support. The goal…

This study explores whether a radio drama can shift negative attitudes toward mental illness in rural Uganda. Researchers will measure stigma levels among community members, traditional healers, religious leaders, and families of those with mental illness. The drama is adapted fr…

This study tests whether a free Danish website called Mindhelper can improve mental well-being in 15- to 25-year-olds. Nearly 5,000 participants were recruited via social media and randomly assigned to either get access to the website or not. Researchers measure well-being, psych…

This study tests whether a program that supports healthcare providers—through training on stress management, bias awareness, and teamwork, plus peer support groups and mentorship—can improve the quality of maternity care. Researchers will compare care in facilities where provider…

This study will measure how many women at a high-risk pregnancy clinic experience postpartum depression. Researchers will use a standard questionnaire called the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) to screen 100 women who gave birth 4 weeks to 6 months ago. The goal is to…

This study looked at nearly 700 men and women entering prison in northern France to find out how common mental health and substance use problems are. Researchers compared these rates to the general population. The goal was to understand the health needs of new prisoners, not to p…

This study tested whether offering 6 months of phone support from a mental health navigator helps children with early signs of behavioral health issues start therapy. 358 children who had never received mental health services took part. The navigator helped families find and coor…

This study gave a one-page mental health education handout to 93 adult trauma patients to see if it improved their confidence, awareness, and knowledge about mental health resources. The handout included simple mindfulness exercises and guidance on when and how to seek help. Rese…

This study looked at whether a conversational information collection tool (like a chatbot) can improve access to talk therapy for mental health issues. Over 100,000 people participated. Researchers compared depression and anxiety scores, wait times, and dropout rates between thos…

This study looked at whether a special teamwork-focused training helps rural child advocacy centers better screen children for mental health problems after trauma. 147 staff members from these centers took part. The goal was to see if this approach makes it easier for centers to …

This study looked at whether a school program called MindUP, which teaches mindfulness, can improve mental health and school performance in 5th to 8th graders. About 68 students from Alabama schools took part. Researchers measured changes in anxiety, attention, and stress to see …

This study looked at 25 indigenous Aeta women in the Philippines who took part in nursing-led livelihood programs like bracelet and rag making. Researchers wanted to see if these programs improved household income, employment, and health-related factors like stress and nutrition.…

This study looked at mental health and energy deficiency symptoms in 28 young biathletes aged 16-18 from Norway. Researchers checked for eating disorders, depression, and low energy availability using interviews, questionnaires, and body scans. The goal is to understand how commo…