WELL-BEING, PSYCHOLOGICAL

This study tested a program to help children aged 6-11 maintain a healthy weight and feel good. Over 1,300 kids from 24 Danish schools took part. The program included changes at school and in the community to encourage healthy eating, more physical activity, better sleep, and les…

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 completed study tested whether taking a daily whey protein drink rich in phospholipids for 6 to 12 weeks could improve memory, mood, and overall wellbeing in healthy adults aged 25 to 49. 119 participants were randomly assigned to receive either the active supplement or a pl…

This study looked at whether laughter yoga can improve well-being and psychological adjustment in first-year midwifery students. 54 students were randomly assigned to either a laughter yoga group or a control group. Researchers measured mental health and well-being using question…

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 whether a 22-week program combining forest walks, mindfulness, and therapy could reduce stress and improve well-being in highly sensitive adults. 310 participants were randomly assigned to either the forest program or an indoor control. The main goal was to see …

This study tested a 4-week online mindful compassion program for women who had finished cancer treatment and were in hospice care at home. The goal was to see if it could improve sexual function, well-being, and quality of life. Twenty-two women took part, and the program include…

This study tested an online program to improve mental health in people with myasthenia gravis, a chronic muscle weakness condition. 77 patients completed a four-month program of short videos on Facebook about building social support, emotional awareness, and self-worth. Researche…

This completed study compared the Tony Robbins Rapid Planning Method (RPM) seminar to regular journaling in 140 adults. Participants in the RPM group attended a three-day virtual seminar with mind-body exercises and motivational content, while the control group kept weekly to-do …

This study tested whether a mobile app called JoyPop can help post-secondary students aged 18-25 better manage their emotions, stress, and anxiety. 160 students were randomly assigned to use the app twice daily for 4 weeks or to receive no intervention. Researchers measured chang…

This study tested whether a type of talk therapy called Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) can help adults who experienced the 2023 earthquakes in Turkey. Thirty-six participants with PTSD symptoms were randomly assigned to receive CPT or usual care. The goal was to see if CPT re…

This pilot study tested a culturally adapted form of cognitive behavioral therapy (CA-CBT) for adults who experienced the earthquakes in Türkiye and have high psychological distress. Sixty participants received 8 group sessions focusing on trauma education, emotion regulation, an…

This study tested a program for families with teens aged 10-14 in Moldova and North Macedonia. The goal was to see if adding extra support like comics and peer help could reduce emotional problems and improve family life. Over 1300 families took part, and researchers measured cha…

This study tested a parenting program for formerly incarcerated parents with children ages 2 to 12. The program combined behavioral parenting skills with mindfulness practices to support well-being and effective parenting. Researchers worked with re-entry navigators who had lived…

This study tested whether a short bout of running at different intensities could improve attention and emotional well-being in 120 university students aged 18-24. Participants completed 16-minute sessions of sitting quietly or running at light, moderate, or vigorous levels. Resea…

This study looks at a new digital healthcare platform that uses AI to triage patients and connect them with healthcare professionals. Researchers surveyed over 1,000 healthcare staff in Sweden before and after the platform was introduced. The goal was to see if the platform chang…

This pilot study tested whether fun activities for reciting Tang poems could increase happiness and language skills in 48 ethnic minority primary school students in Hong Kong. Children attended three weekly poetry sessions and a performance show. Researchers measured how many poe…