Haukeland University Hospital

This study is testing how well a 20-week therapy program works for teenagers who struggle with self-harm and suicidal thoughts. Researchers will follow 140 adolescents to see if the therapy reduces self-harm episodes and suicide attempts, improves mood and quality of life, and he…

This study is observing whether adding a GLP-1 medication (like Wegovy/Ozempic) to a therapy program works better for people with severe obesity and binge eating disorder than therapy alone. It will follow 80 adults in Norway for a year, tracking their weight, eating disorder sym…

This study is testing if a drug called sirolimus is a better and safer option than standard steroid treatment for people with active thyroid eye disease. It will involve 60 adults with moderate-to-severe symptoms that started within the last 9 months. Researchers will compare how…

This study is testing whether a very brief, 4-minute high-intensity treadmill workout is as helpful as a longer, standard 20-minute workout for people with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. Researchers want to see if the shorter workout is easier for people to stick with over 6 …

This study is testing whether a supplement called D-serine can slow the progression of Parkinson's disease. Researchers will give 100 people with early Parkinson's either D-serine or a placebo for 58 weeks to see if it improves their symptoms and protects brain cells. The goal is…

This study is testing whether a new, structured conversation method between parents and teachers can help prevent mental health problems in kindergarten children. Researchers will compare kindergartens using this method with those using regular meetings over three years. They wan…

This study is testing whether a personalized online therapy program is practical and helpful for teenagers with eating disorders. Sixty adolescents aged 15-18 will try a 10-week digital treatment with weekly therapist support. Researchers want to see if the program works well in …

This study is testing if a handheld squeezable ball called Grasp can help reduce pain and distress for children and teens during needle procedures like blood draws or dental injections. Researchers will compare the experience of kids using the Grasp device, which provides music a…

This study is testing if a specific parenting program can help reduce stress and improve skills for parents of young children (ages 2-6) with autism. Researchers will compare a 13-week group program to a standard 3-day workshop to see which is more effective at lowering parent st…

This study is testing whether a supplement called nicotinamide riboside (NR), which boosts a natural compound called NAD in the body, can improve sleep quality in healthy adults. Sixteen participants aged 40-60 will take either the NR supplement or a placebo for 8 weeks while res…

This study is testing whether a simple program of daily text reminders can help people manage symptoms of anxiety and depression. It compares two approaches: one encouraging five specific daily habits and another encouraging gratitude practice, both against a group that waits. Th…

This study is testing whether a 6-week online therapy program, with weekly check-ins from a therapist, is a practical and helpful option for teenagers with ADHD. It will involve 60 teens aged 13-16 and their parents, who will answer surveys before, during, and after the program t…

This study aims to find the best surgical technique for right-sided colon cancer by comparing different methods. It will follow 1,000 patients to see if more extensive lymph node removal, done with open, laparoscopic, or robotic surgery, leads to better cancer outcomes with fewer…