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It's an exciting time here at JMIR Publications, and we're thrilled to share some truly remarkable news from the recently released Journal Citation Reports 2025 from Clarivate. This year, a phenomenal 21 JMIR Publications journals now boast a Journal Impact Factor, with several experiencing significant year-over-year increases and achieving top-ranked distinctions within their respective disciplines.
Professor Gemma Sharp, a Clinical Psychologist based in Melbourne, Australia, and the Founding Director of the International Consortium for Research in Eating Disorders, recently led the publication of a significant paper in the Journal of Medical Internet Research. The article, titled "The Effectiveness of a Chatbot Single-Session Intervention for People on Waitlists for Eating Disorder Treatment: Randomized Controlled Trial," explores a novel approach to supporting individuals awaiting eating disorder treatment.
The landscape of healthcare is evolving, and at the forefront of this transformation is the powerful concept of patient engagement. "Patient-Powered Progress: Revolutionary Digital Strategies for Optimal Patient Engagement and Healthcare Delivery," a groundbreaking conference, is taking place from June 25-27, 2025, at Harvard University.
The American Psychiatric Association (APA) 2025 Annual Meeting in Los Angeles was an inspiring and insightful experience for the JMIR Publications team. We had the privilege of connecting with countless dedicated professionals, from seasoned researchers and clinicians to enthusiastic students, all united by a common goal: advancing mental health care.
Botulinum toxin injections have become a cornerstone of aesthetic medicine, offering a popular solution for reducing wrinkles and achieving a more youthful appearance. However, as more patients seek these treatments, and often start at a younger age, a growing concern has emerged: botulinum toxin nonresponse.
Older adult immigrants face unique challenges in accessing web-based senior center programming, particularly when it comes to technology use and telehealth. A recent study, published in the Asian/Pacific Island Nursing Journal of JMIR Publications, sheds light on these critical issues, offering valuable insights for community-based organizations and healthcare providers.
The world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is evolving at lightning speed, and with each leap forward, user expectations are irrevocably altered. A recent study, "The Impact of ChatGPT Exposure on User Interactions With the Motivational Interviewing Chatbot: Quasi-Experimental Study," sheds light on this fascinating phenomenon, specifically how the widespread release of ChatGPT reshaped how users perceive and interact with other, more specialized chatbots.
We've all heard about the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to revolutionize various aspects of our lives, and healthcare is no exception. But how do Canadians feel about using AI to understand something as deeply personal as their social determinants of health (SDOH)? This was the central question explored in a fascinating new study, "Perspectives on Using Artificial Intelligence to Derive Social Determinants of Health Data From Medical Records in Canada: Large Multi-Jurisdictional Qualitative Study."
We all know the statistics. Obesity rates are a global concern, and finding effective, scalable solutions is more critical than ever. Enter eHealth interventions – digital programs offering support and guidance right at your fingertips. But in the realm of traditional weight loss programs, group support often reigns supreme. So, the burning question is: does this group dynamic translate to the digital space, and can a little face-to-face interaction boost the effectiveness of an eHealth program?
