PSYCHOLOGICAL DISTRESS

This study tested whether a program that combines job support with health coaching can reduce risks for chronic diseases like diabetes and high blood pressure in unemployed people. 455 participants received help finding work and managing stress. Researchers measured changes in we…

This study tested two online education programs to see if they could prevent stress-related conditions like PTSD, depression, and burnout in paramedics working during the COVID-19 pandemic in Singapore. 63 paramedics took part, completing 6 weekly online modules. The goal was to …

This study tested whether promoting a free web and mobile tool called StopBlues could reduce suicides and suicide attempts in the general public. Over 100,000 adults in 42 French communities took part. Some communities promoted the tool, while others did not, and researchers comp…

This study tested whether a type of talk therapy called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) could help people dealing with the emotional stress of infertility. Nine adults with infertility completed 12 therapy sessions. Researchers measured changes in mood, stress, and how we…

This study looked at whether listening to music can help lower anxiety and distress in men with prostate cancer during a type of treatment called radionuclide therapy. Sixty patients took part, with some listening to music through headphones during treatment and others receiving …

This study tested a short, low-intensity psychological program called Problem Management Plus (PM+) for refugees and asylum seekers. The goal was to see if it is feasible and acceptable to help reduce psychological distress and PTSD symptoms. 64 participants took part, and the pr…

This study tested whether a mindfulness-based program (MBCT) could help pregnant women who are feeling stressed, anxious, or down. 84 at-risk women participated, learning mindfulness skills to support their mental health during pregnancy and after childbirth. The goal was to see …

This study tested a continuous care model for 98 postmenopausal women with urinary incontinence. The goal was to see if this approach could reduce psychological distress and improve quality of life. Researchers measured distress using a standard questionnaire and quality of life …

This study tested whether cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) could help women with vaginismus feel less psychological distress and improve their problem-solving skills. Sixty women were split into two groups: one received CBT sessions, the other got routine care. Results showed t…

This study tested a non-invasive device that sends mild electrical pulses to a nerve in the ear (taVNS) to see if it lowers stress and distress in university students. Forty students with high stress levels received either real or fake stimulation for five daily 30-minute session…

This study tested a 4-week movement program called Dance-Walk in 117 adults looking to improve their mental health. Participants either started the program right away or waited. The program combined dance and walking to help people feel more connected to their bodies, boost energ…

This pilot study tested whether regular massage over 12 months could improve mental and physical health in healthcare workers. 25 hospital staff who work at least half-time with patient care received massages. Researchers measured stress, anxiety, sick leave, and patient safety. …

This study tested a 4-month app-based mental health program with bi-weekly video coaching for adults with high stress. 25 participants used the app and completed questionnaires. The goal was to see if the program was easy to use and if it helped reduce distress and improve coping…

This study tested whether a mobile app could help adults who had been in the ICU and were still feeling distressed about it. Participants used the app for 6 weeks to process their difficult memories at their own pace. The goal was to see if people would actually use the app and f…

This study looked at whether expressive arts therapy (like drawing or painting) can help intensive care unit nurses feel less anxious about death. Sixty-six nurses were split into two groups: one group did weekly art therapy sessions for six weeks, while the other group did not. …

This study tested a version of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) that was adapted to fit the culture of earthquake survivors in Türkiye. 60 adults who experienced the earthquake and had high levels of distress took part. The therapy aimed to reduce their psychological distress, …

This study tested a program for people with Long-COVID, including an online screening, a detailed health assessment, and digital training with a personal guide. 192 adults in Germany took part. The goal was to see if this low-threshold approach could help reduce symptoms and impr…

This study tested whether daily omega-3 supplements (fish oil) can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression while improving memory and sleep in 64 Saudi adults who were feeling highly stressed. Participants took either omega-3 capsules or a placebo for three months. Results showed …

This study tested whether giving small cash grants and peer mentoring can ease psychological distress in transgender adults who are struggling financially. 360 participants were split into three groups: one got a single grant, another got monthly grants, and a third got monthly g…

This study tested a special nursing approach, called the Tidal Model, to help caregivers of people with traumatic brain injury. The goal was to see if it could lower caregivers' anxiety, depression, and burnout. Eighteen caregivers took part, and the approach focused on their per…

This study tested a 6-session group therapy program for teenagers struggling with emotional distress after the 2019 Christchurch mosque attacks. The program combined standard mental health techniques with Islamic principles. Researchers measured changes in emotional symptoms, tra…

This study tested a mobile health program that combines music and breathing exercises to help parents caring for a child newly diagnosed with cancer. Sixty caregivers used the program on their phones to see if it could boost resilience, reduce stress, and improve quality of life.…

This study looked at whether nurses could reduce their own stress, anxiety, and burnout by pressing on specific points on their hand and wrist (acupressure) twice a day for two weeks. 160 nurses from a hospital in Taiwan took part. The results suggest that this simple self-care t…

This study tested two phone-based programs for cancer survivors and their caregivers to help manage physical and emotional symptoms after treatment ends. Over 500 participants from rural and underserved areas took part. The programs provided symptom management tips and counseling…

This study tested whether a meditation app called the Healthy Minds Program can reduce depression symptoms in adults. Over 1,100 people with mild to moderate depression used the app for 4 weeks, and their symptoms were compared to those who used a different app or were on a waiti…

This study tested a 9-week internet-based therapy program designed to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression in people with heart disease. 215 adults with stable heart conditions and mild to moderate psychological distress took part. The program was personalized and guided by a t…

This study looked at whether people with long-term neck pain (cervical myofascial pain syndrome) are more likely to have a distressed personality type (Type D) and feel stigma about their condition. Researchers compared 54 patients with healthy individuals using questionnaires. T…

This study tested whether giving low-income Los Angeles residents $1,000 every month for a year helps reduce financial stress and improve well-being. Over 8,000 people took part, with some receiving the cash and others not. Researchers tracked changes in mental health, housing st…

This study looked at whether digital services like smartphone apps can help people with psychosomatic disorders continue their treatment when in-person therapy is limited due to COVID-19 rules. About 2000 patients from rehabilitation clinics were surveyed about their interest in …

This study looked at how psychological factors like resilience, stress, and positive thinking relate to the body's immune system. Researchers measured immune markers in the blood and surveyed 700 adults from the general Slovak population, including people being treated for alcoho…

This study tested whether a mobile app (Cogito Companion) could help monitor psychological distress in 279 U.S. Navy sailors returning from deployment. Participants used the app or received information on self-help apps. The main goal was to see if sailors were satisfied with the…

This study checked if a Spanish version of a questionnaire called CORE-OM, which measures psychological distress, works well in Chile. Over 1100 people took part, including those in therapy and those not. Researchers compared results to another survey and looked at how scores cha…

This study looked at how well people think, remember, and feel emotionally about 7 and 24 months after surviving a cardiac arrest outside the hospital. About 200 survivors and a similar group of heart attack patients without cardiac arrest took detailed thinking and memory tests.…

This study created and tested a new questionnaire to measure the severity of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) symptoms and the distress they cause. Researchers asked 227 women diagnosed with PCOS to fill out the survey online. The goal was to see if the new tool is a reliable and…

This study looked at how traumatic experiences—from childhood through adulthood—impact jaw function and quality of life in people with temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). Researchers compared 102 adults with TMD to healthy volunteers using questionnaires about trauma, jaw fun…

This study looked at 115 young people aged 10 to 25 with type 1 diabetes in Spain. Researchers asked them about their emotional distress, eating habits, and how well they manage their diabetes. The goal was to understand how age and gender affect these factors, but no treatment o…

This study looked at 120 male blood donors to see if donating plasma more often affects their health. Some donated plasma every 2 weeks, some donated 3 times every 2 weeks, and some donated whole blood every 3 months. Researchers measured protein levels, inflammation markers, and…

This study looked at 80 teenagers aged 14 to 17 who were experiencing emotional distress. Researchers measured their anxiety levels using a questionnaire and offered a 10-session counseling program to those who needed it. The goal was to better understand teen mental health and s…

This study tested a program called RISE for young men leaving prison. The program provides trauma counseling and help finding a job and housing. Researchers wanted to see if this support would improve their mental health and stability, and lower the chance they would go back to p…