WELL-BEING, PSYCHOLOGICAL

This study tested a program to help children aged 6-11 in Danish schools stay healthy. Over two school years, the program aimed to reduce fat gain and improve wellbeing through better diet, more activity, and good sleep. About 1,372 children took part, and the program helped them…

This study tested whether the JoyPop app can help post-secondary students (ages 18-25) better manage their emotions and reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. 160 students were randomly assigned to use the app or receive no intervention. The goal was to see if the app improves e…

This study tested whether using the Harmony smartphone app can help people with high stress feel better. 251 adults with elevated stress levels used the app, and researchers measured changes in stress, well-being, and coping over 6 weeks and 12 months. The goal was to see if the …

This study looked at whether a program combining forest therapy (walking in nature) and mindfulness can lower stress and boost well-being in highly sensitive adults. About 310 people took part over 22 weeks, with some doing the forest program and others an indoor activity for com…

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 4-week online mindful compassion program for women who had sexual problems after cancer treatment and were in hospice care. 22 women took part, with some getting the program right away and others waiting. The goal was to see if it could improve sexual function…

This study tested whether the Tony Robbins Rapid Planning Method (RPM) helps adults feel less anxious, more motivated, and more productive. About 140 people took part: one group used the RPM program, while the other group kept a weekly to-do list journal. Everyone completed surve…

This study looked at whether laughter yoga can improve well-being and help first-year midwifery students adjust to college. About 54 students took part, with some doing laughter yoga and others not. Researchers measured mental health, happiness, and psychological strength using s…

This study tested a type of talking therapy called Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) to help adults in Turkey who were struggling with PTSD, anxiety, and depression after the 2023 earthquakes. 36 survivors took part, with some receiving CPT and others getting usual care. The goa…

This study worked with 13 formerly incarcerated parents and their children's caregivers to adapt a parenting support program. The goal was to improve parent well-being and parenting skills, and to prevent hardship from passing to the next generation. Re-entry navigators with live…

This study looked at how a new digital healthcare platform in Sweden changed the work environment, well-being, and care quality for healthcare staff. Over 1,000 employees from the County of Gävleborg completed surveys before and after the platform was introduced. The goal was to …

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 explored whether fun activities for reciting Tang poems could increase happiness and well-being in ethnic minority primary school students in Hong Kong. 48 children in grades 1-2 participated in poetry sessions and a performance. The goal was to see if learning poems h…