Drexel University

This study tested whether adding mindfulness, acceptance, and values-clarity techniques to standard weight loss counseling helps adults with overweight or obesity lose more weight. 276 adults aged 18-70 with a BMI between 27 and 50 took part. Researchers compared different combin…

This study looked at whether sharing digital self-monitoring data (like weight, steps, and calories) with a friend or family member helps adults with overweight or obesity lose more weight over 24 months. About 320 adults used a wireless scale and Fitbit to track their progress. …

This study tested an online tool called WeCareAdvisor that helps caregivers of people with dementia manage difficult behaviors like aggression or wandering. 262 caregivers used the tool to see if it reduced their stress and boosted their confidence. The goal was to make daily car…

This study looked at whether a simple brain wave test (EEG) can predict activity in a key brain network, the default mode network, measured with fMRI. Twenty-four healthy adults did attention tasks while their brains were scanned. The goal was to see if EEG could guide personaliz…