Article
Psychology, Clinical
Bahar Amani, Donya Merza, Calan Savoy, David Streiner, Peter Bieling, Mark A. Ferro, Ryan J. Van Lieshout
Summary: A 9-week group cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) intervention delivered by women who have recovered from postpartum depression (peers) effectively reduces symptoms of postpartum depression and anxiety, and improves social support and the mother-infant relationship. This intervention provides an effective and potentially scalable means of treatment for mothers with postpartum depression.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PSYCHIATRY
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Vani N. Simmons, Steven K. Sutton, Patricia Medina-Ramirez, Ursula Martinez, Karen O. Brandon, Margaret M. Byrne, Cathy D. Meade, Lauren R. Meltzer, Thomas H. Brandon
Summary: The study demonstrated that a culturally relevant, Spanish-language smoking cessation intervention was effective and cost-effective, especially for male Hispanic/Latinx smokers.
Article
Psychology, Developmental
Megan A. Moreno, Jonathan D. Klein, Kristen Kaseeska, Julie Gorzkowski, Donna Harris, James Davis, Edward Gotlieb, Richard Wasserman
Summary: The purpose of this study was to test a primary care provider-delivered intervention to promote safe social media use among youth. The results showed that youth whose PCP had received social media counseling training received more counseling about social media and improved their safety behaviors.
JOURNAL OF ADOLESCENT HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Sebastian Linnemayr, Rushil Zutshi, William Shadel, Eric Pedersen, Maria DeYoreo, Joan Tucker
Summary: This study aimed to assess the feasibility and acceptability of an automated text messaging intervention as an adjunct to group-based cessation counseling to help homeless youth quit smoking. Results indicated that participants had a high smartphone ownership rate, but encountered some interruptions in phone use. Feedback showed that carefully crafted text messages were important and well-received.
JMIR MHEALTH AND UHEALTH
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Maria Lavilla-Gracia, Maria Pueyo-Garrigues, Diego Calavia Gil, Nuria Esandi-Larramendi, Cristina Alfaro-Diaz, Navidad Canga-Armayor
Summary: The study evaluated the effectiveness of the peer-led BASICS intervention in reducing risky alcohol consumption among Spanish university students. The results showed that the intervention led to significant improvements in alcohol quantity, frequency, binge drinking episodes, peak blood alcohol concentration, alcohol-related consequences, and motivation to change among the participants.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Ling Li Leng, Xi Can Yin, Cecilia Lai Wan Chan, Siu Man Ng
Summary: This study investigated the short- and maintenance efficacy of a mobile-delivered four-immeasurable Mindfulness-based intervention (MBI) on perinatal depression (PND), and obstetric and neonatal outcomes. The results showed that pregnant women who received the MBI intervention had significant improvement in PND, reduced risk of emergent cesarean section, and higher Apgar scores in newborns.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Jake Linardon, Adrian Shatte, John Rosato, Matthew Fuller-Tyszkiewicz
Summary: The study developed a smartphone app based on transdiagnostic cognitive-behavioral therapy principles and techniques. Results showed that intervention participants reported greater reductions in global levels of ED psychopathology compared to the control group, highlighting the potential for the app to be a cost-effective and easily accessible intervention for those unable to receive standard treatment.
PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Amanda E. Staiano, Robert L. Newton, Robbie A. Beyl, Chelsea L. Kracht, Chelsea A. Hendrick, Matthew Viverito, E. Kipling Webster
Summary: This study aimed to examine the effectiveness and feasibility of a mobile app-based intervention to improve preschoolers' motor skills. The results showed that the intervention, which included instructional lessons, peer modeling videos, behavioral scaffolding, and structured activities, significantly improved children's motor skills. The improvement was sustained at follow-up.
Article
Psychology, Developmental
Gillian West, Margaret J. Snowling, Arne Lervag, Elizabeth Buchanan-Worster, Mihaela Duta, Alexandra Hall, Henrietta McLachlan, Charles Hulme
Summary: The Nuffield Early Language Intervention (NELI) programme was found to be effective in ameliorating language difficulties in the first year of school when delivered at scale. Children who received the NELI programme showed significantly larger gains in language abilities compared to the business-as-usual control group, as measured by standardized tests and automated assessments. The results demonstrate the importance and effectiveness of school-based language interventions for addressing language difficulties in students.
JOURNAL OF CHILD PSYCHOLOGY AND PSYCHIATRY
(2021)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Robin Maria Francisca Kenter, Rolf Gjestad, Astri J. Lundervold, Tine Nordgreen
Summary: This study reports on the efficacy of a self-guided psychological Internet-delivered intervention in improving ADHD symptoms and quality of life in adults. The results show reliable and statistically significant improvements in ADHD symptoms and quality of life, which were maintained at the 3-month follow-up.
INTERNET INTERVENTIONS-THE APPLICATION OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN MENTAL AND BEHAVIOURAL HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Kate Absolom, Lorraine Warrington, Eleanor Hudson, Jenny Hewison, Carolyn Morris, Patricia Holch, Robert Carter, Andrea Gibson, Marie Holmes, Beverly Clayton, Zoe Rogers, Lucy McParland, Mark Conner, Liz Glidewell, Barbara Woroncow, Bryony Dawkins, Sarah Dickinson, Claire Hulme, Julia Brown, Galina Velikova
Summary: The study evaluated the impact of eRAPID on symptom control, healthcare use, patient self-efficacy, and quality of life during cancer treatment. Results showed that patients using eRAPID had better physical well-being and higher self-efficacy.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ONCOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Maisa S. Ziadni, Lluvia Gonzalez-Castro, Steven Anderson, Parthasarathy Krishnamurthy, Beth D. Darnall
Summary: The study aimed to pilot test the efficacy of a single-session videoconference-delivered empowered relief (ER) intervention for individuals with chronic pain. Results showed that ER was superior to WLC in reducing pain catastrophizing, pain intensity, and other pain-related outcomes, with clinically significant improvements sustained at 3 months posttreatment.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Marina M. Reeves, Caroline O. Terranova, Elisabeth A. H. Winkler, Nicole McCarthy, Ingrid J. Hickman, Robert S. Ware, Sheleigh P. Lawler, Elizabeth G. Eakin, Wendy Demark-Wahnefried
Summary: The study indicates that a 12-month remotely delivered weight loss intervention can significantly improve weight, fat mass, metabolic syndrome risk, physical quality of life, musculoskeletal pain, and body image in breast cancer survivors.
Article
Surgery
Elina Serrano, Emily C. Voldal, David Machado-Aranda, Daniel A. DeUgarte, Lillian Kao, Thurston Drake, Robert Winchell, Joseph Cuschieri, Anusha Krishnadasan, David A. Talan, Nicole Siparsky, Patricia Ayoung-Chee, Wesley H. Self, Patrick McGonagill, Katherine A. Mandell, Mike K. Liang, Shan-Jahan Dodwad, Callie M. Thompson, Reynaldo M. Padilla, Ross Fleischman, Thea P. Price, Alan Jones, Karla Bernardi, Luis Garcia, Heather L. Evans, Sabrina E. Sanchez, Stephen Odom, Bryan A. Comstock, Patrick J. Heagerty, Sarah O. Lawrence, Sarah E. Monsell, Erin E. C. Fannon, Larry G. Kessler, David R. Flum, Giana H. Davidson, Writing Grp CODA Collaborative
Summary: Spanish-speaking participants are often underrepresented in clinical trials, but the CODA trial intentionally included them. This study compares clinical and patient-reported outcomes between Spanish-speaking and English-speaking participants with acute appendicitis who were randomized to antibiotics.
Article
Psychiatry
Donya Merza, Bahar Amani, Calan Savoy, Zoryana Babiy, Peter J. Bieling, David L. Streiner, Mark A. Ferro, Ryan J. Van Lieshout
Summary: This study found that an online group cognitive-behavioral therapy delivered by recovered mothers can effectively treat postpartum depression (PPD) and anxiety, and improve social support, infant-focused anxiety, and negative emotionality in infants. This intervention could increase access to treatment for PPD and improve outcomes for mothers, birthing parents, and families.
ACTA PSYCHIATRICA SCANDINAVICA
(2023)
Meeting Abstract
Oncology
Mohamed E. Salem, Sally Jeanne Trufan, James Thomas Symanowski, Kunal C. Kadakia, Marion L. Hartley, Kristi D. Graves, Laura W. Musselwhite, Edward S. Kim, Derek Raghavan, Jimmy J. Hwang
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ONCOLOGY
(2021)
Meeting Abstract
Oncology
Mohamed E. Salem, Sally Jeanne Trufan, James Thomas Symanowski, Kunal C. Kadakia, Alberto Puccini, Laura W. Musselwhite, Kristi D. Graves, Marion L. Hartley, Edward S. Kim, Jimmy J. Hwang, Bassel F. El-Rayes
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ONCOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Alejandra Hurtado-de-Mendoza, Sara Gomez-Trillos, Kristi D. Graves, Pilar Carrera, Claudia Campos, Lyndsay Anderson, Andres Gronda, Halyn Orellana, Beth N. Peshkin, Marc D. Schwartz, Paula Cupertino, Nancy Ostrove, George Luta, Nathaly Gonzalez, Vanessa B. Sheppard
Summary: The culturally targeted narrative video about HBOC for Latina women was well-received, with high engagement and identification among participants. Participants reported mostly positive emotions and those with low health literacy and affected by HBOC showed higher identification with the main character. Qualitative data supported these findings.
JOURNAL OF GENETIC COUNSELING
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Elizabeth J. Siembida, Ashley Wilder Smith, Arnold L. Potosky, Kristi D. Graves, Roxanne E. Jensen
Summary: This study examined how different comorbidities impact health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in a group of older cancer survivors, finding that individual comorbid conditions have a more significant impact on HRQOL outcomes, and having two or more comorbidities has a stronger effect on HRQOL.
QUALITY OF LIFE RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Joshua P. Kronenfeld, Kristi D. Graves, Frank J. Penedo, Betina Yanez
Summary: Hispanics and Latinos face significant disadvantages in sociodemographic factors and access to equitable healthcare options compared to non-Hispanic Whites. By 2030, there will be around four million Hispanic and Latino cancer survivors in the U.S., with challenges including lower rates of health insurance and financial resources. Addressing these disparities requires systemic changes in healthcare, workforce diversity, and research opportunities to achieve health equity for all individuals regardless of race or ethnicity.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Susan T. Vadaparampil, Laura Moreno Botero, Lindsay Fuzzell, Jennifer Garcia, Lina Jandorf, Alejandra Hurtado-de-Mendoza, Claudia Campos-Galvan, Beth N. Peshkin, Marc D. Schwartz, Katherine Lopez, Charite Ricker, Katie Fiallos, Gwendolyn P. Quinn, Kristi D. Graves
Summary: Health disparities in cancer care in the USA, especially in genetic services, pose significant challenges for underserved Latino populations. The development of ARBOLES Familiares, a training program for bilingual CORE-Ps, shows promising results in improving knowledge and access to genetic services among high-risk Latinas. Further refinement and adaptation for online delivery are planned for the future.
TRANSLATIONAL BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Education, Scientific Disciplines
Susan M. Cheng, David L. Taylor, Allison A. Fitzgerald, Charlene C. Kuo, Kristi D. Graves
Summary: The study aimed to improve medical students' social belongingness through a brief peer-to-peer intervention, and the evidence showed that this intervention can reduce students' social isolation. Peer-to-peer message delivery played a significant role in reducing students' social isolation.
TEACHING AND LEARNING IN MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Alejandra Hurtado-de-Mendoza, Felisa Gonzales, Minna Song, Esther J. Holmes, Kristi D. Graves, Reuben Retnam, Sara Gomez-Trillos, Katherine Lopez, Megan C. Edmonds, Vanessa B. Sheppard
Summary: This study found significant positive associations between emotional/informational and tangible social support and different health-related quality of life domains among breast cancer survivors. Additionally, different types of social support were found to have a positive impact on the overall quality of life of breast cancer survivors, regardless of race.
JOURNAL OF CANCER SURVIVORSHIP
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Arnold L. Potosky, Kristi D. Graves, Li Lin, Wei Pan, Jane M. Fall-Dickson, Jaeil Ahn, Kristin M. Ferguson, Theresa H. M. Keegan, Lisa E. Paddock, Xiao-Cheng Wu, Rosemary Cress, Bryce B. Reeve
Summary: The study described the prevalence and predictors of symptom and function clusters in a diverse cohort of colorectal cancer survivors. It identified high-risk groups for specific clusters, providing information for clinical interventions for survivors.
JOURNAL OF CANCER SURVIVORSHIP
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Christine Rini, Margaret Waltz, Katrin Bovbjerg, David Farrell, Betina Yanez, Anthony Chicaiza, Madison L. Hartstein, Rahma Omar, Rebecca Thompson, Scott D. Rowley, Annette L. Stanton, Heiddis Valdimarsdottir, Jane Austin, Alyssa N. Van Denburg, Kristi D. Graves
Summary: This study investigated the attitudes and preferences of hematopoietic stem cell transplant survivors towards accessing written peer support through a website. The findings suggest that written peer support could be a valuable resource for transplant survivors, but it needs to be tailored to individual experiences, trustworthy, and accompanied by useful psychoeducational content.
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Betina Yanez, Chloe J. Taub, Margaret Waltz, Alma Diaz, Diana Buitrago, Katrin Bovbjerg, Anthony Chicaiza, Rebecca Thompson, Scott Rowley, Jonathan Moreira, Kristi D. Graves, Christine Rini
Summary: This study explored the unmet transplant needs, barriers, and facilitators of Hispanic/Latinx patients with cancer treated with stem cell transplant. The results revealed that cultural factors, social determinants, and structural inequalities give rise to unique needs in this patient population.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Oncology
DeJuana Coleman, Alejandra Hurtado-de-Mendoza, Abigail Montero, Sabrina Sawhney, Judy Huei-yu Wang, Tania Lobo, Kristi D. Graves
Summary: This study examined the experiences of cervical cancer survivors from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, specifically Black, Latina, and Chinese American women. The findings showed that the survivors' experiences were negatively influenced by perceptions of stigma. Higher scores on spirituality and varied types of social support were significantly associated with fewer symptoms in the SPADE symptom cluster.
JOURNAL OF CANCER SURVIVORSHIP
(2022)
Meeting Abstract
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Sara Gomez-Trillos, Kristi D. Graves, Katie Fiallos, Marc D. Schwartz, Beth N. Peshkin, Heidi Hamilton, Vanessa B. Sheppard, Susan T. Vadaparampil, Filipa Lynce, Claudia Campos, Nathaly Gonzalez, Alejandra Hurtado de Mendoza
ANNALS OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Meeting Abstract
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Angie Jang, Rebecca G. Thompson, Katrin Bovbjerg, Anthony Chicaiza, Madison L. Hartstein, Kristi D. Graves, Christine M. Rini
ANNALS OF BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Meeting Abstract
Oncology
Christine Rini, Katrin Bovbjerg, Diana Buitrago, Anthony Chicaiza, Alma Diaz, Madison Hartstein, Angie Jang, Rahma Omar, Layan Shahrour, Rebecca Thompson, Alyssa Van denburg, Betina Yanez, Kristi D. Graves