Universiti Sains Malaysia

This study tested a culturally adapted relapse prevention program (RPM-08) for men with substance use disorder in Pakistan. 70 male participants in residential rehab either received the program plus usual care or usual care alone. The program involved eight weekly group sessions …

This study tested a special nutrition checklist and guide (M-FIGO) for pregnant women with gestational diabetes in Malaysia. 206 women took part, with half using the checklist plus standard care and the other half receiving standard care alone. The goal was to see if the tool hel…

This study looked at whether walking downstairs is a good exercise for women with obesity who don't exercise regularly. 24 women did stair walking twice a week for 8 weeks. Researchers measured changes in cholesterol, blood sugar, and body fat to see if this simple activity could…

This study tested whether adding overripe banana powder to the diet helps adults with type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar. Sixty participants took either the banana supplement or a placebo for 12 weeks. Researchers measured changes in blood sugar, insulin, and blood pressur…

This study looked at whether a mindfulness program (MBSR) can improve quality of life and positive feelings like hope and growth in people newly diagnosed with head and neck cancer. 110 adults who had finished surgery and were getting other treatments took part. The goal was to s…

This study looked at whether a type of talk therapy called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can help university students in Malaysia feel better. Thirty-two students with mild to moderate anxiety, depression, or stress took part. Some received six weekly online ACT session…

This study looked at whether a 20-minute session in an automated massage chair can help the body relax and recover in healthy young women aged 19-26. Researchers compared female university athletes to inactive students to see if fitness level changes the effect. They measured hea…

This study looked at how a 12-week strength and power training program affects movement patterns, leg strength, and dance performance in Chinese college sports dancers. Thirty healthy female dancers with at least one year of experience took part. Half did strength training three …

This study looked at whether interactive video games can teach 11-year-olds in Malaysia to take better care of their teeth. 220 children took part, with some playing oral-health games and others just getting a standard talk. Researchers checked their teeth and asked about their b…

This study measured how the stomach acid drug pantoprazole changes the amount of clozapine in the blood. Clozapine is a key medication for hard-to-treat schizophrenia, but its levels vary a lot between people. 33 healthy adults took clozapine alone and again after pantoprazole to…

This study looked at how stress hormones (like cortisol) and personality traits (like resilience) influence how people with overweight or obesity feel during short, intense cycling workouts. Thirty-two adults completed a 10-week program of one-minute hard efforts with short rests…

This study looked at how a 10-week complex training program—mixing heavy weightlifting with explosive jumps—affects the strength, balance, and shooting skills of 24 Chinese national korfball players. The goal was to see if this type of training can reduce differences between the …

This study looked at whether practicing tennis in virtual reality (VR) helps university players feel more confident, focused, and motivated. 180 Chinese university tennis players were split into two groups: one used VR headsets for training twice a week for 8 weeks, while the oth…

This study tested a new oral health education module called MyBRUSH in 176 twelve-year-old children in Sabah, Malaysia. Researchers wanted to see if it improves kids' knowledge, attitude, and behavior about toothpaste and brushing, and if it reduces dental plaque. One group used …