Vanderbilt University

This study tested a family-focused program designed to prevent depression in children whose mothers have a history of depression. It involved 73 children aged 8-12 and their mothers, who participated in 8 online sessions. The main goal was to see if the program could improve how …

This study tested a language therapy program designed to help low-income Spanish-speaking toddlers who have language delays. The program trained both therapists and parents to use specific teaching strategies during play and daily routines at home. Researchers compared this progr…

This study tested whether extra, focused tutoring could help first-grade students who were already falling behind in reading and math. Researchers worked with 385 students, giving some specialized reading help, some math help, some both, and comparing them to students who just go…

This small pilot study tested a program to help safely reduce the number of unnecessary or potentially harmful medications taken by people with dementia living in assisted living. A clinician reviewed each participant's medications and made recommendations to stop or lower doses,…

This study tested whether a specially designed social robot could help reduce apathy—a lack of motivation or interest—in older adults with mild cognitive impairment or dementia living in long-term care. Researchers compared the usual facility activities to the usual activities pl…

This study followed 432 people for up to 10 years after they had surgery to repair a torn knee ligament (ACL). Researchers wanted to understand why some people develop painful knee arthritis years after this common surgery. They looked at factors from the original injury, the sur…

This study aimed to understand what causes colorectal polyps, which can lead to cancer. Researchers enrolled over 8,000 people scheduled for a routine colonoscopy. They collected health surveys, medical records, and samples like blood and tissue to compare people who had polyps w…

This small pilot study tested a new program designed to help residents of affordable housing plan for future medical decisions if they become unable to speak for themselves. The program was adapted to be sensitive to past trauma. Researchers worked with 30 residents to see if the…