University Of Haifa

This study tests whether combining mirror therapy with a gentle brain stimulation technique (tDCS) soon after amputation can prevent phantom limb pain from becoming a long-term problem. 108 recent amputees will be split into three groups: one gets mirror therapy plus real tDCS, o…

This study is testing two types of talk therapy for major depression: supportive-expressive therapy and emotion-focused therapy. The goal is to see if people do better when the therapy matches their personal style—whether they tend to think deeply about their problems (insight) o…

This study tests a self-guided online program called Radical Acceptance for adults with social anxiety disorder. About 100 participants will be randomly assigned to either the Radical Acceptance program or a relaxation skills program. Over two weeks, they will complete short home…

This study tests a pain acceptance training program for adults with chronic pain and emotional distress. The training uses dialectical thinking to help participants accept pain while still wanting it to end. Researchers will measure changes in pain levels, self-efficacy, and depr…

This study tests a 6-week online program called the Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) for people in Israel living with a kidney transplant or cancer. The program teaches practical skills like managing symptoms, setting health goals, and communicating with doctors. R…

This study follows 140 female dancers aged 11-16 who have scoliosis (a curved spine) and dance at least three times a week. Researchers will check their muscles, bones, flexibility, and spine every six months for three years. Some dancers will also do a special core-strengthening…

This study looks at how the natural rhythm of connection between a therapist and patient—called synchrony—might help treat depression. Researchers will track 78 adults with major depressive disorder over 16 weeks of supportive-expressive therapy. The goal is to see if each person…