Georgia State University

This study tested whether a mindfulness-based text messaging program, alone or combined with counseling, helps people quit smoking. 504 adult smokers in Atlanta who wanted to quit received nicotine patches and lozenges, plus different combinations of text messages and virtual cou…

This study tested whether an online educational program could help young men recognize and safely intervene in situations that might lead to sexual violence, especially when alcohol is involved. Researchers enrolled 667 men aged 21-25 to use a web program called RealConsent2.0 an…

This study tested different anti-smoking video messages to see which ones best discourage smoking among young adults in China. Researchers enrolled 1,541 participants aged 18-25, including both smokers and non-smokers. They compared messages about health risks, tobacco industry t…

This study tested whether simple smartphone exercises could improve mental well-being in college and graduate students. Researchers had 259 students try different 3-week photo routines: some focused on capturing positive moments, others took neutral 'day-in-the-life' photos, and …

This study aimed to understand if specific movement practice helps babies with Down syndrome develop thinking and language skills. Researchers worked with 51 infants, having some practice walking on a small treadmill or using special mittens for grasping. They measured developmen…

This study tested whether a safe, non-invasive magnetic brain stimulation could change how people learn and remember new spoken words. Researchers worked with 42 teens and young adults, including some with reading difficulties. They used the stimulation on a specific brain area i…