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This study tested a new support program designed to help people with both bipolar disorder and a substance use problem stay on their treatment plan after leaving the hospital. Researchers compared a specialized counseling program against a standard safety check-in program, both a…

This small study tested whether a 12-week lifestyle and exercise program could help pregnant women at risk for cannabis use reduce their consumption. It involved 16 women who used a Fitbit tracker and received support to increase physical activity. Researchers measured changes in…

This small pilot study tested whether active-duty firefighters could use a home brain stimulation device called CES. Researchers wanted to see if using the device for four weeks was practical for firefighters and if it might help reduce feelings of depression, anxiety, and fatigu…

This study tested whether sending caring, supportive letters to people after they leave jail could help prevent suicide attempts and connect them to mental health services. Over 45,000 Ohio adults on Medicaid participated. Researchers sent letters for six months after jail releas…

This study tested whether adding different support tools to standard yoga classes could help people practice yoga more often. It involved 192 adults with chronic pain who were also receiving medication treatment for opioid use. The goal was to find the best combination of support…

This study tested a new smartphone app designed to help people experiencing suicidal thoughts. Researchers wanted to see if the app was practical, safe, and acceptable to use. They enrolled 10 adults who had recent suicidal thoughts to try the app and provide feedback.

This study tested a new smartphone app designed to help people cope with suicidal thoughts and prevent self-harm. Researchers worked with 31 adults who recently experienced suicidal thoughts to see if the app was easy to use, safe, and acceptable. The main goal was to gather init…

This study explored whether the timing of a gentle brain stimulation technique (tDCS) could help people with PTSD better process and reduce fear memories. Researchers worked with 62 adults diagnosed with PTSD, testing stimulation during different phases of a fear-learning task. T…