Hong Kong Metropolitan University

This study looks at whether taking short, active breaks from sitting can improve heart health and physical function in older adults. Researchers will enroll 30 overweight adults aged 65 and older who sit for at least 6 hours a day. Participants will use a smartphone app to guide …

This study tests a chatbot that delivers positive psychology exercises to parents of children with autism. The goal is to see if using the chatbot improves parents' well-being, reduces stress, and lessens depressive symptoms. About 130 caregivers of children aged 6-11 will be ran…

This study explores whether writing Chinese poems can improve the mental wellbeing and happiness of adult volunteers who serve people recovering from mental illness. Thirty volunteers will attend two three-hour poetry sessions focused on themes like joy and gratitude. Researchers…

This study tests whether a 6-week group training in nonviolent communication (NVC) can improve mental well-being and reduce stress, anxiety, and depression in parents of primary-school-age children. About 172 parents with mild to severe symptoms will be randomly assigned to take …

This study tests a digital program that uses facial recognition to guide mouth and throat exercises for people with mild to moderate sleep apnea. The exercises aim to strengthen airway muscles and improve breathing during sleep. About 60 adults who cannot or will not use standard…

This study looks at whether a home-based digital program can help older adults with mild frailty while also training nursing and physiotherapy students. About 100 older adults and 50 students will take part. Students will visit homes in pairs, use a tablet to plan care, and work …

This study tests a new training program to improve empathy in healthcare students. It combines traditional teaching with AI-generated virtual clients that simulate patients with physical and emotional issues. About 108 undergraduate students will participate, and researchers will…