PSYCHOLOGICAL STRESS

This study tested two stress management programs for people diagnosed with adjustment disorder with anxiety. One program was online, the other was in-person, and both were compared to no treatment. 120 adults completed the 5-week program, and researchers measured changes in anxie…

This study tested whether a gentle manual therapy called Primal Reflex Release Technique (PRRT) can help reduce stress. Researchers measured heart rate, body signals, and mood in 30 adults before and after the therapy. The goal was to see if PRRT could improve how the body handle…

This study tested two programs for people on sick leave due to burnout, adjustment disorder, or stress. One program offered stepped mental health care, and the other added job support. The goal was to see if these programs helped people return to work faster. Over 600 adults from…

This study tested whether using lemongrass inhalers or liquid vapor could help adult smokers reduce their nicotine dependence and improve related health markers. Two hundred smokers aged 18-30 took part, using lemongrass products or no intervention. Researchers measured changes i…

This study tested whether inhaling lavender essential oil for 20 minutes before orthopedic surgery could reduce anxiety, stress, and depression. 128 adult patients in Jordan took part, with half receiving lavender and half receiving routine care. Results showed that the lavender …

This study tested whether listening to relaxing music with special verbal guidance can lower anxiety in young adults. 123 university students listened to music alone, with standard relaxation instructions, or with AI-generated guidance based on Eastern culture. Anxiety, mood, and…

This study looked at whether coloring mandala patterns could lower stress and anxiety in mothers whose babies were in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). 72 mothers took part, and those who colored mandalas reported feeling less stressed and anxious. The approach is simple, …

This study tested a 4-week stress reduction program for medical students in Iraq during exam time. Researchers measured stress levels, heart rate, blood pressure, and stress hormones like cortisol. The goal was to see if the program could help students feel less stressed and impr…

This study looked at 72 adults with and without tooth pain to measure certain nerve chemicals (substance P and CGRP) in their saliva and tooth pulp. The goal was to see how these chemicals relate to pain severity, tooth inflammation, and psychological factors like anxiety and str…

This study tested a 4-session program designed to teach resiliency skills to medical interpreters working in cancer care. 28 interpreters from three hospitals took part. The main goal was to see if the program was feasible and acceptable, and to measure changes in stress and resi…

This study looked at why some university students adopt an 'Ego-Tucking' or 'Fo-xi' mindset, where they pull back from intense competition to protect their mental health. Researchers surveyed 713 healthy students to understand how personal experiences, family pressure, and societ…

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 stress affects the decision to drink alcohol in people who drink regularly. 160 participants were randomly assigned to stress or no-stress groups and completed a task choosing between alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. The goal was to under…

This study tested a free online program designed to improve mental well-being in people with myasthenia gravis, a chronic muscle weakness condition. 77 participants watched four short video lessons about building social support, managing emotions, and finding personal meaning. Re…

This study examined how psychological and ethical support affected the mental health of over 4500 hospital professionals during the COVID-19 crisis. Researchers measured stress levels using a standard questionnaire. The goal was to understand what support worked best and how it c…

This study looked at how different types of aerobic exercise—like running or playing ball games—affect mental recovery in healthy university students. Researchers introduced the idea of 'Physical Ardor,' a state of intense physical effort that may help break the cycle of stress a…

This study looked at whether a 30-minute walk outside in a green area helps people recover from mental tiredness and stress better than walking on a treadmill indoors. Researchers split 80 healthy young adults into two groups: one walked outdoors in nature, the other walked on a …

This study looked at whether an adaptive e-learning program on urgent medical conditions could reduce anxiety and improve skills in junior doctors working in emergency departments. 233 junior doctors were split into two groups: one received the e-learning early, the other got sta…