SELF EFFICACY

This study tests a personalized tool that shares a person's risk of depression and suggests self-help strategies, guided by a coach. Researchers will recruit 1,000 high-risk adults across Canada and follow them for 12 months. The goal is to see if the tool reduces new cases of ma…

This study tests a smartphone app called VoiceLove that lets moms record messages for their babies in the NICU. Researchers want to see if using the app reduces symptoms of postpartum depression and anxiety compared to standard care. About 150 mothers of NICU infants will partici…

This study tests whether an art-based nursing program can help 64 middle school students reduce digital addiction and cyberbullying while boosting self-confidence. Teens in the program will take part in creative art activities designed to improve coping skills and self-expression…

This study looks at whether teaching people with a colostomy or ileostomy how to care for their stoma helps them adjust, feel better about their body, and manage daily life. About 100 adults who had planned stoma surgery will take part. The goal is to see if education improves th…

This study tests a prenatal education program designed to reduce fear of childbirth, improve beliefs about pain, and increase confidence for a normal delivery. It involves 126 first-time pregnant women in Turkey who are between 20 and 32 weeks pregnant with a low-risk pregnancy. …

This study tests a coaching program for pregnant or new-mom doctors in training. About 48 participants will either get coaching (one-on-one and group sessions) or not. Surveys over 7 months will measure burnout, well-being, and confidence. The goal is to see if coaching helps the…

This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) to simulate the workplace can help cabin crew on sick leave for mental health reasons return to work faster. About 118 participants will either receive standard care or standard care plus at least one VR session where they virtu…

This study looks at whether a special video-based game program can help adults aged 60 and older improve their balance, thinking skills, and self-confidence. Thirty-two participants will either play the games twice a week for six weeks or receive no extra activity. Researchers wi…

This study looks at whether specially trained doulas can help pregnant people in rural Montana feel more confident and supported, and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety after childbirth. About 75 participants will be split into three groups: one gets regular doula care, on…

This study is testing a text-messaging program for parents of children (ages 11-17) who visited the emergency room for a mental health crisis and were sent home with referrals. The program teaches parents skills to find mental health services and feel more confident managing thei…

This study looks at whether short, social-media style health education videos can help teenagers with chronic illnesses feel more ready to manage their own healthcare. About 44 teens aged 12-17 will be randomly assigned to watch these videos or use standard health websites. Resea…

This study looks at how the brain works in people who have attempted suicide, those who have only thought about it, and two control groups. Researchers will use computer tasks to measure attention, impulse control, and other thinking skills. The goal is to find patterns that migh…

This study tests a 4-week training program for assisted living staff (nurses, administrators, and dementia care coordinators) to improve palliative care for residents with dementia. The goal is to increase advance care planning discussions and documentation, and to reduce caregiv…

This study is testing a computer program that uses interactive stories and artificial intelligence to help teenagers aged 15-17 who already drink alcohol make healthier choices. About 200 teens will use the program during their regular clinic visits. The goal is to see if the pro…

This study looks at how working in teams on specific tasks affects college students' belief in their own creativity (creative self-efficacy). Researchers will measure changes in attitudes, skills, and perceptions of technology. About 250 students aged 18 and older will take part.…

This study tests a telehealth program called C-READY designed to help teens with sickle cell disease improve thinking skills and learn to manage their own health. About 120 participants aged 10-18 will be randomly assigned to the program or usual care. The goal is to see if the p…

This study aims to develop and test a new supervision strategy for clinical supervisors in substance use disorder treatment programs. The goal is to reduce counselor burnout and turnover, and improve their well-being and performance. The study will involve 43 supervisors and coun…

This study tests whether a brief, easy-to-understand education program about food labels (like Nutri-Score) can help adults in low-income areas feel more confident and make healthier food choices. About 400 participants will take a short class and then answer questions about thei…

This study looks at the best ways to help people with physical disabilities stay active using home exercise videos and health coaching. Over 32 weeks, 257 participants will try different support options, like one-on-one coaching or group classes, based on how well they are doing.…

This study looks at how a short therapy program called ASSIP affects thinking and behavior in adults who have attempted suicide. Participants are randomly assigned to receive ASSIP or standard care plus a resource interview. Researchers measure changes in impulse control and othe…

This study looks at 200 adults with alcohol-related liver cirrhosis to measure their health literacy (understanding health information) and self-efficacy (confidence in managing their health). Researchers will track how these factors relate to serious liver events and hospital re…

This study looks at whether a fun, virtual reality training program can help nursing students learn more about preventing and treating pressure ulcers (bedsores). About 60 nursing students will be split into two groups: one gets regular class plus the metaverse training, the othe…