New York University

This study tested a short program called the Making Connections Intervention (MCI) designed to help Black teenagers with depression feel more comfortable starting and sticking with treatment. The program, delivered in schools, used digital tools and personal sessions to make ther…

This study tested whether adding high-tech visual feedback tools to speech therapy helps children aged 9-15 correct a common, persistent speech sound error (like saying 'wabbit' for 'rabbit') better than traditional therapy alone. Researchers compared two types of visual feedback…

This study tested whether a personalized plan to help adults with prediabetes get more sleep could improve their blood sugar control and help prevent type 2 diabetes. Researchers worked with 393 adults who had prediabetes and typically slept less than 6.5 hours on workdays. One g…

This study tested a program in pediatric clinics to help low-income parents support their child's early development and school readiness. Researchers combined two approaches: video coaching during doctor visits and optional home visits for families needing extra support. They fol…

This study tested whether special training for staff in youth residential facilities could help prevent suicide and self-harm among the young people living there. About 1,000 staff and youth participated. Researchers compared facilities where staff received the new training and c…

This study tested whether a program where Chinese-speaking cancer patients and survivors write or record their thoughts about their experience is helpful and culturally appropriate. For four weeks, 60 participants reflected on their cancer journey and then wrote an anonymous lett…

This study tested whether a special coaching program for care partners could help improve the oral health of people living with mild dementia. Sixty participants and their care partners were split into groups; some received a smart toothbrush and coaching on brushing techniques, …

This study tested whether acupuncture, a traditional needle-based therapy, could help reduce severe foot and leg pain caused by nerve damage in people living with HIV. Nearly 200 participants were randomly assigned to receive either real acupuncture, a fake version, or no treatme…