Stress, psychological

This study tests a culturally tailored sleep program called Sleep BETTER for African American pregnant women who are overweight or obese. The program combines sleep hygiene tips and cognitive-behavioral techniques to help improve glucose metabolism and reduce pregnancy complicati…

This trial tests a psychoeducational course for people who have recently experienced a suicide attempt or are at high risk. The course teaches participants and their family members to identify personal triggers and early warning signs, and to create an individual safety plan. The…

This trial tests whether a multisensory brain-training method, called audiovisual entrainment neurofeedback, can help high school students reduce academic anxiety and improve creative thinking. Participants will use a wearable EEG headset and heart rate monitor during six session…

This study tests whether a 5-minute guided breathing technique called box breathing can help older adults (65+) manage stress and recover better after total knee replacement. Thirty-two participants will be randomly assigned to either the breathing exercise or a control activity.…

This study tests whether an artificial intelligence (AI) program can help people on dialysis feel less anxious and cope better with stress. About 60 adults will use personalized relaxation techniques guided by AI during their dialysis sessions. Researchers will measure changes in…

This pilot study tests a 12-week mindful walking program for older South Asian family caregivers (age 45+) who feel stressed and care for someone with cognitive disabilities. Fifty participants will be split into two groups: one does mindful walking with a Fitbit and motivational…

This study looks at whether playing music made from a parent's voice can help preterm babies in the NICU stay more stable and reduce stress for parents. About 20 preterm infants will each experience both the music therapy and quiet rest, with their heart rate and oxygen levels me…

This study tests whether a breathing and meditation program (Sudarshan Kriya Yoga and Sahaj Meditation) can reduce burnout and improve well-being in doctors, nurses, and other clinicians. About 180 healthcare workers will be randomly assigned to the program or a control group. Th…

This pilot study tests a digitized version of Self-Help Plus, a stress management program from the World Health Organization, for international students at a U.S. university. About 50 students will attend a two-day workshop with videos and group discussions, then complete surveys…

This study follows adults with a suspected bone or soft tissue tumor to see how their stress and anxiety levels change at three critical moments: before biopsy, after learning the diagnosis, and when treatment begins. Participants fill out standard questionnaires about anxiety, d…

This study tests whether a traditional Daoist standing meditation called Zhanzhuang (standing like a tree) can reduce stress, inflammation, and improve overall well-being. 120 young adults aged 18-25 with moderate stress will be randomly assigned to either practice Zhanzhuang or …

This study looks at how educational workshops can reduce stress and burnout and improve resilience in community health workers and frontline workers in New York City. About 168 participants will take surveys before and after the program. The goal is to learn what works best to su…