SELF-EFFICACY

This study tests a program called B-SWELL that helps midlife Black women (ages 45-64) lower their heart disease risk by reducing stress and adopting healthier habits. About 43 women from the Cincinnati area will be randomly placed into either the B-SWELL program or a general well…

This study tested a transitional care model for 108 patients with coronary heart disease who had a stent procedure. The program used structured follow-up and WeChat-based education to help patients take their medications correctly and improve self-care. Researchers measured medic…

This study tested whether a technology-based education program, delivered by peer mentors or adult educators, helps teenagers aged 14-17 with asthma. 48 teens were split into two intervention groups and a control group. The program aimed to improve asthma control, quality of life…

This study tests whether watching a short, AI-generated relaxing video can improve breastfeeding confidence, motivation, and effectiveness in first-time mothers. Forty-six women who give birth vaginally will be randomly assigned to either watch the video or receive standard care.…

This study looked at whether motivational interviewing, a type of counseling that boosts inner motivation, can help nursing students feel less anxious and more confident about their clinical practice. 66 first-year nursing students took part in a randomized trial. The goal was to…

This study tested a 3-day prenatal education program for first-time mothers to see if it could reduce fear of childbirth, change pain beliefs, and boost confidence for a normal delivery. 126 pregnant women participated, with half receiving the program and half not. The program us…

This study tested whether a humanoid robot named HUMANE could help older adults living at home feel less lonely and more connected. Sixty people aged 50 and older used the robot for 6 weeks, interacting with it through music, news, games, and conversation. Researchers measured lo…

This study tested a 3-week program that helps cancer patients identify their personal strengths (like hobbies, social support, or personal qualities) and use them to cope better. 32 adults with different cancers took part in card-sorting sessions, phone calls, and home exercises.…

This study tested a 6-week program that combines cognitive behavioral therapy, lifestyle tips, and communication skills for people caring for older adults in Hong Kong. The goal was to see if it could lower stress, depression, and anxiety in caregivers. 255 caregivers took part, …

This study tested whether laughter yoga can reduce stress and improve self-efficacy in first-year nursing students. 88 students were split into two groups: one did laughter yoga, the other had traditional training. Researchers measured stress levels, coping behaviors, and self-co…

This study tested whether a smartphone app called Harmony can help people with high stress levels feel better. Over 250 adults used the app for 12 weeks, which offered videos, audio, and reading materials tailored to their needs. Researchers measured changes in stress, well-being…

This study tested a low-cost, portable exercise program for people with non-small cell lung cancer after surgery. The goal was to help them manage severe fatigue and improve their quality of life. 235 adults took part, and the program was designed to be safe and practical for nea…

This study tested a nurse-led psychoeducation program for people caring for a family member at home. The program included six weekly sessions on topics like infection control, nutrition, and stress management. Researchers measured caregivers' self-efficacy and psychological resil…

This study tested a 6-week program for new mothers who were breastfeeding and experiencing breast and nipple pain. The program included a daily pain journal, text support from a nurse, and online educational modules. Researchers wanted to see if this approach could reduce pain, b…

This study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) for relaxation helps mothers of premature babies produce more breast milk and feel more confident about breastfeeding. Forty-four first-time mothers with babies in the NICU used a VR headset showing calming nature scenes and mu…

This study tested whether a structured visual arts program could improve confidence and emotional well-being in stroke survivors living at home. 32 adults who had a stroke at least three months prior took part. The program was designed using a theory-based approach and aimed to b…

This study tested whether hypnobreastfeeding education—a relaxation-based teaching method—could help first-time mothers reduce breastfeeding myths, set more positive expectations, and feel more confident. Researchers divided 110 pregnant women into two groups: one received the ed…

This study tested whether a guided breathing exercise, delivered through a video or app, could help Palestinian teenagers feel less anxious and more confident. 213 teens aged 13-17 took part. The goal was to see if this simple technique could ease symptoms of anxiety and depressi…

This study tested whether motivational interviewing, a counseling approach, could help pregnant women with gestational diabetes feel more confident managing their health and improve their quality of life. 72 first-time pregnant women participated. The results may show if this sim…

This study adapted a 6-session behavioral therapy called FORT for Turkish breast and ovarian cancer survivors to help them manage fear of cancer recurrence. Researchers worked with 100 participants to translate and test the therapy, measuring changes in fear, anxiety, and quality…

This study tested an online program called Strengths to Grow that teaches parents how to notice and build on their child's unique strengths. About 400 parents of children in kindergarten through third grade took part. The goal was to see if the program could increase parents' hap…

This study tested whether a solution-focused training program could reduce traumatic birth perception and increase self-efficacy for vaginal birth in first-time mothers. Forty pregnant women in their third trimester received 6-8 sessions of training, while a control group receive…

This completed study looked at whether a hybrid training model—using sponge models, chicken tissue, and virtual reality—can improve midwifery students' confidence and reduce anxiety when learning episiotomy repair. Fifty-one third-year students took part, first practicing on spon…

This study tested a tool called HealtheRx, which gives African American patients in rural North Carolina a personalized list of local resources for food, housing, transportation, and more. The goal was to see if this information helps patients feel more confident finding and usin…

This study looked at 233 sports science students in Indonesia to see if self-efficacy (believing you can handle challenges) is linked to less academic burnout. Students filled out two questionnaires once. The results may help understand how to support student well-being, but no t…

This study tested a six-session health literacy program for 102 ninth graders in a public high school. Half the students took the program, which taught skills like finding and understanding health information. The other half did not. Researchers measured changes in health knowled…

This study looked at whether a planning technique called Mental Contrasting with Implementation Intentions (MCII) can boost university students' confidence in tennis training. Some students also got WhatsApp reminders before sessions. The trial involved 22 students and lasted fou…

This study tested a community bike safety program for 195 kids ages 9 to 12. Some kids took a 12-hour safety class, some took the class plus a parent training session, and others received no training. All bikes were equipped with GPS and video cameras to track real-world riding b…

This study tested whether a virtual reality (VR) program could help older adults with mild cognitive impairment learn more about dementia and improve their health skills. 139 participants aged 65 and older were split into two groups: one used a VR health education module, and the…

This study tested whether giving mothers of very premature babies (born 22-32 weeks) special education about developmental care helps them feel more confident and attached to their baby. 54 mothers participated while their babies were in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). T…

This study tested a six-week educational program designed to teach adolescents about sustainable, eco-friendly nutrition. Sixty 6th and 7th graders were split into two groups: one received the program with interactive lessons and games, while the other continued their usual schoo…

This study looked at whether giving expectant fathers online training about basic newborn care helps them feel more capable and makes their pregnant partners feel more supported. Researchers enrolled 70 couples where the father was over 18, the pregnancy was in the third trimeste…

This study tested a special training program for final-year nursing students to see if it could improve their confidence and attitudes toward caring for dying patients. A total of 59 students took part, with some receiving the training and others not. The results help educators u…

This study tested a smartphone app designed to help healthy students feel more confident and capable (self-efficacy) during the COVID-19 pandemic. 93 students used the app to recall past successes and solve problems, while also reporting their feelings in real time. The goal was …