Göteborg University

This study tested whether a mix of digital tools (like an app for tracking health and messaging doctors) and regular in-person visits works as well as standard care for children and teens with obesity. 102 families in Sweden took part. The goal was to see if the digital-physical …

This small study tested a monthly immune treatment (IVIG) for 6 months in 10 children aged 4–17 with PANS, a condition causing sudden severe OCD, anxiety, or food refusal. Researchers measured changes in symptom severity and daily functioning. The goal was to see if IVIG is safe …

This study tested a short program called AFFEKT for parents of children aged 6-12 with challenging behaviors like acting out. About 200 parents took part, comparing the program to just receiving information. The goal was to see if AFFEKT helps improve children's behavior and pare…

This study tested a 10-week program called PR-ESSENCE for teens aged 12-17 with challenging behavior living in special treatment homes. The program teaches problem-solving skills to reduce behavior problems and improve daily life. Researchers compared it to usual care and followe…

This study looked at how three different types of dietary fats affect inflammation, blood fats, blood sugar, and gut bacteria in 25 healthy adults aged 18-60. Participants ate special diets to see which fat source caused the least inflammation and best heart health markers. The g…

This study observed 15 children aged 6 to 36 months during open-chest heart surgery. Researchers placed sensors on the forehead to measure brain oxygen levels and electrical activity. The goal was to see how these two measurements relate to each other during anesthesia and surger…

This study looked back at medical records of 128 children aged 10-18 who were given prescription weight-loss drugs in Sweden. Researchers wanted to see how these drugs changed their body mass index (BMI) and other health markers over time. The goal was to understand how well thes…

This study tested how different meal characteristics—like texture or composition—affect appetite, eating speed, and calorie intake. Researchers measured how much 85 adults with obesity or related conditions ate until satisfied. The goal was to understand which meal traits help co…

This study looked at whether giving pregnant women at risk of vitamin D deficiency a higher daily dose (40 µg) is better than a standard dose (20 µg) for reaching healthy vitamin D levels. 105 women in early pregnancy took part. The goal was to find the right dose to prevent defi…