Penn State University

This study tested a program called Promoting Positive Care Interactions (PPCI) in assisted living facilities. The goal was to help staff—like nurses and housekeepers—interact more positively with residents who have Alzheimer's or related dementias. The program included staff trai…

This study tested two audio-based programs to help reduce depression symptoms in adults with moderate or higher depression. 101 participants were randomly assigned to listen to either a behavioral activation program or a self-monitoring program over 2 weeks, with follow-up at 5 w…

This study looked at 76 children aged 8–10 from rural areas to understand why some stay at a healthy weight despite living in places with fewer healthy food and exercise options. Researchers measured how kids learn from food cues, their brain activity, and their eating habits. Th…

This study tested whether hands-on cooking and nutrition classes help adults ages 31-59 improve their diet quality compared to standard advice. Fifty-five people who cook at home at least once a week took part. The goal was to see if this approach is practical and liked by partic…

This study tested a program that teaches parents and preschool teachers how to encourage healthy eating in young children. About 1,461 families with children aged 2 to 6 from low-income, rural areas took part. The goal was to see if the program helps kids learn to control their o…

This study looked at whether sleeping at least an hour more each night for a week could help college students feel less pain. 36 participants wore watches to track sleep and heart rate, and took tests for pressure and cold pain. The goal was to see if more sleep leads to higher p…

This study looked at how well a home-visiting program called Take Root helps new parents in the Navy and Marine Corps. Researchers compared it to the usual support services. They measured things like parenting skills, child development, and risk of child abuse. The goal was to se…

This study looked at how a four-week ketogenic diet affects cholesterol and blood vessel health in healthy adults with a normal weight compared to those with obesity. Researchers wanted to see if the diet raises 'bad' cholesterol more in people with a healthy BMI. Participants at…