WELL-BEING, PSYCHOLOGICAL

This study tested a program called Generation Healthy Kids in 24 Danish schools with over 1,300 children aged 6-11. The program included changes at school and in the community to promote healthy eating, physical activity, sleep, and less screen time. The goal was to help children…

This study looked at whether laughter yoga can improve well-being and help first-year midwifery students adjust to college. About 54 students took part, with some doing laughter yoga and others not. Researchers measured mental health, happiness, and psychological strength using s…

This study looked at whether spending time in nature (forest therapy) combined with mindfulness exercises can lower stress and improve well-being in highly sensitive adults. About 310 people took part, with half doing forest activities and the other half doing indoor sensory exer…

This study tested a talking therapy called Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) to help adults in Turkey who were struggling with PTSD, anxiety, and depression after the February 2023 earthquakes. 36 survivors took part, and the therapy aimed to reduce their distress and improve we…

This study tested whether a mobile app called JoyPop can help college students handle their emotions better and reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. About 160 students aged 18-25 used the app or received no intervention. The goal was to see if the app improves emotion regulati…

This study looked at whether the Tony Robbins Rapid Planning Method (RPM) helps adults feel more productive, motivated, and less anxious. About 140 people took part: one group used the RPM program, while the other group did regular journaling. Researchers measured changes in mood…

This study tested whether using the Harmony smartphone app can help people with high stress feel better. 251 adults with elevated stress levels used the app, and researchers measured changes in stress, well-being, and coping skills after 6 weeks and 12 months. The goal was to see…

This study tested a version of cognitive behavioral therapy adapted for Turkish culture to help people who survived the earthquakes. 60 adults with high distress took part. The goal was to see if this therapy could reduce their psychological distress and depression and improve th…

This study tested a 4-week online mindful compassion program for women who had sexual problems after cancer treatment and were in hospice care. 22 women took part, and the program aimed to improve sexual function, well-being, and quality of life. The results may help create bette…

This study tested a free online program designed to improve mental well-being in people with myasthenia gravis, a chronic muscle weakness condition. 77 participants watched four short video lessons about building social support, managing emotions, and finding personal meaning. Re…

This study looked at how a new digital healthcare platform changed the work environment, well-being, and care quality for healthcare staff in Sweden. Over 1,000 employees from the County of Gävleborg answered surveys before and after the platform was introduced. The goal was to s…

This study explored whether fun activities for reciting Tang poems could increase happiness and well-being in ethnic minority primary school students in Hong Kong. 48 children in grades 1-2 participated in poetry sessions and a performance. The goal was to see if learning poems h…