New York University

This study tested three ways to help people living with HIV stop smoking. Over 600 participants from HIV clinics in Vietnam received either a referral to a quitline, counseling sessions with a nurse, or counseling plus nicotine patches. The main goal was to see if they were still…

This study looked at whether helping people with pre-diabetes get more sleep each night can improve their blood sugar control and lower their risk of developing type 2 diabetes. About 150 adults who slept less than 6.5 hours per night were split into two groups: one aimed to exte…

This study tested new non-drug approaches to manage chronic nerve pain in the feet and legs caused by HIV. 161 adults with HIV and nerve pain for at least three months took part. The goal was to see if these methods could reduce pain and improve daily life, since standard pain me…

This study looked at whether a program called expressive helping—where people write or record their feelings—is helpful for Chinese-speaking cancer patients and survivors. About 60 adults with any type of cancer took part. The goal was to see if the program was easy to use and if…

This study tested a program where care partners helped people with mild dementia brush their teeth better. The program included a personalized oral care plan and tips for communication and cueing. Researchers measured plaque and gum health in 60 participants across New York and N…

This study tested whether adding high-tech feedback (ultrasound or visual displays) to traditional speech therapy helps children aged 9 to 15 who have trouble saying the /r/ sound. About 108 kids participated, and researchers measured how much their /r/ pronunciation improved. Th…

This study tested whether training staff in residential facilities can help prevent suicide and improve mental health for youth in the legal system. About 1000 youth and staff took part. Researchers compared facilities that received the special training to those that did not, mea…

This study looked at whether children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can learn the meanings of new words by overhearing conversations, compared to typically developing children. Researchers used eye-tracking to see if kids looked at the correct object when hearing a new word…

This study tested a program that combines two proven methods to help low-income parents support their child's early learning and behavior. Over 400 families took part, with some receiving extra coaching during pediatric visits and at home. The goal was to see if this approach imp…

This study tested a program called Making Connections Intervention (MCI) to help Black teenagers with depression and suicidal thoughts engage in school-based treatment. Researchers worked with 29 Black students in grades 6-12 to see if the program improved their participation and…