University Ghent

This study tested a new device called CochSyn that measures brain waves to find and classify hearing damage. Researchers included 65 adults with and without hearing problems. The goal was to see if the device works well in a clinic and can predict speech understanding and hearing…

This study tested a new app designed to help teenagers aged 12-17 who are having suicidal thoughts. The app, called BackUp, was adapted from an adult version and includes a safety plan to help users identify coping strategies and support. Researchers wanted to see if teens found …

This study asked over 2,200 informal carers—family and friends—about their experiences supporting someone with suicidal thoughts, attempts, or death by suicide. Participants completed an online survey covering their background, the burden of care, and what kind of help they need.…

This study brought together men who had experienced suicidal thoughts to help create tools for suicide prevention. In up to 10 meetings, 13 men shared their needs and feedback on drafts and prototypes. The goal was to make sure the final tools are practical and truly helpful for …

This study looked at how thinking skills (like memory and attention) affect how well hearing aids work. It included 32 first-time hearing aid users aged 45 to 80 with age-related hearing loss. Researchers tested their hearing and thinking abilities, then adjusted hearing aid sett…

This study looked at whether adding folic acid and vitamin B12 to locally made cereals could improve the health of teenage girls in rural Ethiopia. About 472 girls aged 13-19 took part. The goal was to see if this simple, small-scale approach could boost vitamin levels, thinking …

This study looked at whether an online training course could help healthcare providers feel more confident and capable when supporting men who are having suicidal thoughts. 119 doctors, nurses, and therapists completed the e-learning and filled out surveys about their skills. The…