QUALITY OF LIFE (QOL)

This study tested whether a special exercise program called Task-Specific Circuit Training (TSCT) works better than standard physical therapy for children with cerebral palsy. It involved 34 children aged 5-12 who could walk with or without help. For 8 weeks, one group did the ne…

This study tested whether a school program called Super Skills for Life could help prevent anxiety and depression in children. 126 fifth-grade students from six schools in Pakistan participated, with half receiving eight weekly sessions of the program and half waiting. Researcher…

This project aimed to adapt and test a group therapy program designed to help breast and ovarian cancer survivors manage their fear of the cancer coming back. First, researchers culturally adapted the therapy materials for Turkey. Then, they tested the adapted program by comparin…

This study tested whether a short online video program could improve mental health and quality of life for people living with myasthenia gravis, a chronic autoimmune disease. Seventy-seven patients watched four video lessons focused on building support, managing emotions, and fin…

This study tested whether using hearing aids makes communication easier and less tiring for older adults with hearing loss. Researchers compared 60 people who received hearing aids to a group who got hearing education instead. They measured listening effort, mental fatigue, and s…

This study tested whether gentle neck exercises could help people recover faster after thyroid surgery. Researchers had 93 patients either do specific neck stretches and strengthening moves for 10 days after surgery or follow standard recovery care. They measured pain levels and …

This study tested a 12-week training program for healthy older women in China. The program combined simple mental tasks with physical exercises to see if it could improve balance, walking, and overall quality of life. Researchers compared this new training method to other standar…

This study tested whether an 8-week home exercise program, guided by a mobile app and wearable device, could help nurses suffering from Long COVID. The program aimed to reduce severe fatigue, ease other Long COVID symptoms, and improve overall quality of life. Researchers compare…

This study tested whether following the MIND diet, a plan focused on brain-healthy foods, could help people with multiple sclerosis (MS). For three months, 62 participants either followed the MIND diet or a standard healthy eating plan. Researchers measured if the diet improved t…

This study tested a Turkish version of a questionnaire designed to measure how caring for a child with a drug allergy affects a parent's quality of life. Researchers worked with 74 caregivers to translate and check the reliability of the survey, which asks about mental health and…

This study aimed to understand the daily experiences, challenges, and treatment preferences of people living with lupus in Canada. Researchers surveyed 88 adult patients from the Lupus Canada community about their quality of life and how the disease affects their work and daily a…