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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

📣 TWO MORE WEEKS! 📣 It's getting closer, folks! We are excited to introduce our webinar moderator: Andrea Graham, PhD (lead of exploratory project 3)! This project will focus on creating a Peer-Led Solution-Focused consultation intervention. Register here to learn more: bit.ly/CBITsWebinar

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

3 weeks until our next webinar! 💜 Our next panelist, Jonah Meyerhoff, PhD, is a Research Assistant Professor in @nu-dpm.bsky.social and core faculty in CBITs. Meyerhoff will lead PlanUp: the second Exploratory Project in the COMPASS ALACRITY center. 📍Register today: bit.ly/CBITsWebinar

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Today we say goodbye to CBITs Research Study Coordinator, Sarah Popowski. 🫂💖 Sarah joined CBITs in 2022, where she began working with CBITs core faculty members Jonah Meyerhoff, PhD, and Rachel Kornfield, PhD. We wish Sarah the best of luck in her new role!

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

"The Future Of" webinar on the new COMPASS ALACRITY Center is 4 weeks away! @rachelkornfield.bsky.social joins as a panelist to discuss her Exploratory Project: developing and evaluating an AI-enhanced version of an intervention for depression and anxiety. Register: bit.ly/CBITsWebinar

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Since 2018, CBITs has trained over 20 postdoctoral fellows! This academic year, new fellow @isaacahuvia.bsky.social, PhD, joins continuing fellow @jeremyeberle.bsky.social, PhD. Read the news story about the fellows' backgrounds and research: cbits.northwestern.edu/about/_news-...

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CBITs Postdoctoral Trainee Spotlight: Celebrating Fellows in Digital Mental Health Research

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

We are excited to announce the newest season of "The Future of" webinar series, that will focus on reaching population impact through implementation. The first webinar will feature a panel discussion of the newly funded NIMH COMPASS ALACRITY Center at CBITs. 📍Register here: bit.ly/CBITsWebinar

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

✨Introducing Emilio Sauceda, CBITs' newest member! Emilio joins CBITs' core faculty member @jschleiderphd.bsky.social 's Lab for Scalable Mental Health as a Research Study Coordinator. He is interested in examining strategies to support mental health in underserved populations. Welcome, Emilio!💜

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Exciting news! CBITs trainee Isabel Rooper will be speaking at the Pediatric Obesity Health Services Research Work Group's upcoming meeting as part of their Early Career Spotlight! 🍎🧑‍💻🌐 📆 We encourage you to attend this talk on Thursday, 8/20, 12-1 pm ET ucsf.zoom.us/j/9349748736...

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Congratulations to Israel Ramirez and Kaylee Kruzan on their newest publication: "Navigating Self-Injury in a Digital World: Adolescents' Perspectives on Coping, Help-Seeking, and Technology." The full article will be released soon in Frontiers Digital Health: www.frontiersin.org/journals/dig...

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Frontiers | Navigating Self-Injury in a Digital World: Adolescents' Perspectives on Coping, Help-Seeking, and Technology

Background: Nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI), hereafter referred to as self-injury, is common among adolescents and is associated with elevated risk for suicid...

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Today, we'd like to highlight the work of CBITs fellow, William Liem, who interviewed with The Rithm Project, an organization and movement to empower young people to rebuild and evolve human connection in the age of AI. Read the interview here: therithmproject.substack.com/p/its-there-...

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“It’s there when people aren’t”

What LGBTQ+ young people are finding in AI, and where they draw the line

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

We are thrilled to announce that @feinberg.northwestern.edu, @ipham.bsky.social, and @cbits-nu.bsky.social have named Andrea Graham, PhD the new director of CBITs! Andrea accepts this position following four years as Co-Director. Read more in the new @ipham.bsky.social article: lnkd.in/gamPrc6j

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

This week, we bid farewell to CBITs Visiting Scholar, Dr. Hyunjoo Na. 💜 We were fortunate to have Dr. Na, an Associate Professor at the College of Nursing at The Catholic University of Korea, with us for the past year, during which she worked with CBITs members on digital mental health research. 🫂

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Congratulations to CBITs Core Faculty Member, Rachel Kornfield, on receiving the Sharon Dunwoody Early Career Award from the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Wisconsin-Madison! 🎉 Click the link below to read the full interview: sjmc.wisc.edu/news/qa-with...

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Q&A with 2026 Sharon Dunwoody Early Career Award Winner Rachel Kornfield

A Q&A with Rachel Kornfield on digital mental health innovation, AI tools for care, and her research shaping the future of health communication.

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

✨Introducing Courtney Kim, BA, CBITs' newest member! Courtney Kim joins CBITs' core faculty member @jschleiderphd.bsky.social's Lab for Scalable Mental Health as a Research Study Coordinator. Welcome to the team, Courtney! We are so excited to have you join us. 💜

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Congrats to CBITs Core Faculty Member @karmacap.bsky.social on her presentation at the annual meeting of the International Academy of Sex Research! The talk titled "Acceptability of SHER, a digital sexual health promotion intervention for diverse adolescents" shared teens' feedback on SHER. 🎉

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

✨ Introducing Christina Pettinger, BA, CBITs' newest member! Christina recently joined CBITs core faculty member, Andrea Graham's, ACT lab as a Research Study Assistant. We are so excited to have you join the team, Christina! 💜

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

✨ We’re excited to spotlight Stewart Shankman, PhD, CBITs core faculty member and Dunbar Professor of Psychiatry. Dr. Shankman’s work spans from neuroscience and smartphone-based tools to digital interventions.💜 Learn more about Dr. Shankman’s work in his faculty spotlight: tinyurl.com/yc67m2bm

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Northwestern University's Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies (CBITs) researches effective digital mental health services.

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Congratulations to CBITs core faculty @karmacap.bsky.social on her new position as president-elect of the International Academy of Sex Research. Well-deserved and excited for your impact in this space, President-Elect Kathryn! 🫡🏳️‍🌈️👩‍🏫🏳️‍⚧️ To learn more about IASR: www.iasrsite.org

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

For our final Mental Health Awareness post, we’re highlighting research focused on disordered eating 💜 🎯CBITs Co-Director Andrea Graham, PhD, is testing a digital tool for binge eating that includes a stipend to support those facing food insecurity in making eating-related behavior changes.

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Attending the @sdmh.bsky.social Annual Virtual Conference this June? ✨ Be sure to check out CBITs poster presentations from trainee Isabel Rooper, Research Project Coordinator Zach Buehler, and Research Study Assistant Luis Rubio! We hope to see you there! sdmh2026.oa-event.com

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Congrats to Dr. Andrea Graham and @karmacap.bsky.social on their induction as fellows of the Society of Behavioral Medicine!💜This distinction is awarded to SBM members who've demonstrated outstanding contributions to advancing research. Their work continues to make a powerful impact; well done!🎉

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Fellows | Society of Behavioral Medicine (SBM)

Fellow status is a distinction conferred by SBM on full members in recognition of outstanding contributions to the advancement of the science and practice of behavioral medicine. Among the considerati...

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Just one week to go! 🎉 CBITs is excited to conclude our 2025–26 “The Future of” Webinar Series with CBITs Rising Star Awardee @cbiernesser.bsky.social ! 📅 Tuesday, May 19 🕛 12 – 1 PM CT 📍 Zoom – Free registration required Register now: northwestern.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Going to the SDMH Annual Virtual Conference 2026 this June? Check out David Mohr presenting the opening keynote! 🎤 We’ll also be sharing more about other CBITs presenters at #SDMH2026 - stay tuned 👀

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

For Mental Health Awareness Month, this week we’re highlighting CBITs research on youth social isolation, including Hyunjoo Na, PhD’13, RN’s digital tools supporting gradual re-engagement in daily life and Stew Shankman, PhD’s real-time data work identifying early warning signs.

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Mental Health Awareness Month + Children’s Mental Health Acceptance Week ✨ CBITs spotlight: Dr. Jennifer Hoffmann's work improving emergency care for youth in crisis through scalable, innovative supports. Learn more: cbits.northwestern.edu/index.html

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies

Northwestern University's Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies (CBITs) researches effective digital mental health services.

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Celebrating an incredible showing by the CBITs team at the 47th Annual @sbm.org meeting in Chicago this past week! 👏🎉 From talks and posters to panel discussions, CBITs researchers shared impactful work across the conference. Congratulations everyone! 🌟

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

🚨 FINAL WEBINAR OF THE 2025–26 SERIES! 🚨 In 3 weeks, CBITs will close out our “The Future of” Webinar Series with CBITs Rising Star Awardee @cbiernesser.bsky.social ! 🎉 📅 Tuesday, May 19 🕛 12–1 PM CT 📍 Zoom – Free registration required Register today: northwestern.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

CBITs is excited to close our 2025–26 “The Future of” Webinar Series with Rising Star Awardee @cbiernesser.bsky.social! 🎉 Join us for her talk, “The Future of the Field,” on May 19 at 12 PM CT. 📍 Zoom (free) Register today! 👇 northwestern.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Going to the 47th Annual @sbm.org meeting this week in Chicago? See CBITs talks, posters & panels showcasing digital mental health research from our team! Learn more: cbits.northwestern.edu/about/_news-...

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CBITs Showcases Digital Mental Health Research at the SBM Annual Meeting 2026

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

What a winning moment for CBITs staff! Congratulations to Claire Moon and Sarah Popowski on their presentations at the 5th Annual Suicide Research Symposium (SRS) 🎉👏 For more information, visit the SRS website: www.suicideresearchsymposium.com/home

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Proud to see CBITs Co-Director Andrea Graham, PhD featured in this recent WebMD article on AI in mental health care. Check it out here! ✨ www.webmd.com/depression/f...

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AI Therapy for Depression

AI therapy chatbots: benefits, risks, privacy concerns, and red flags. Learn when to use AI tools and when to see a human therapist.

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Proud to share CBITs highlights from the ADAA 2026 Conference in Chicago ✨🎉 From keynote to presentations, CBITs contributed across multiple sessions and topics. Read more: cbits.northwestern.edu/about/_news-...

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

We’ve had the pleasure of welcoming incredible researchers to CBITs, and over the next few months we’ll be highlighting these amazing additions! ✨ First up: @karmacap.bsky.social, Associate Professor of Medical Social Sciences. Check out her feature: cbits.northwestern.edu/index.html

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Northwestern University's Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies (CBITs) researches effective digital mental health services.

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

This World Health Day, CBITs stands with science. Despite challenges, we’re committed to evidence-based research. As CBITs faculty Kathryn Macapagal, PhD said at the Stand for Science rally: “Be brave and speak up… you have more power than you realize.” 💪 📸 Photo credits: @pgoyette.bsky.social

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

How can parents & caregivers be allies in youth mental health? 🤝 Join a webinar with @jschleiderphd.bsky.social & Jay Chaudhary on Apr 15 at 11am CT to explore barriers, family dynamics & practical strategies. Register: indianayouthinstitute.my.salesforce-sites.com/event/home/i...

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Webinar - Partnering with Families to Address the Youth Mental Health Crisis

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

CBITs Andrea Graham, PhD & the ACT Lab tested FoodSteps, a 16-week digital program for adults with food insecurity, binge eating, & type 2 diabetes. Results: reduced binge eating & weight and improved food security, mood, and eating-related psychopathology 👏 onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Going to the ADAA annual conference in Chicago this April? Don’t miss these CBITs presenters - including CBITs Co-Founder Dr. David Mohr delivering the Opening Keynote! 🎤 Apr 9: Opening Keynote - Dr. David Mohr Apr 10: Symposia - @jonahjmeyerhoff.bsky.social & Dr. Andrea Graham See you there!

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Yesterday CBITs welcomed Aaron Neiman, PhD for a postdoctoral site visit! He presented work on digital mental health & the therapeutic alliance and connected with CBITs and other Feinberg faculty. Thanks for visiting, Aaron!

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Thrilled to announce @cbiernesser.bsky.social as the 2026 CBITs Rising Star! 🎉 Learn more + register for her talk (May 19, 12P CT) on youth suicide prevention: cbits.northwestern.edu/education-an... Honorable Mentions: @ashleighgolden.bsky.social @mishravarun.bsky.social Caitlin Stamatis, PhD

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

A huge thank you to Shannon Wiltsey Stirman, PhD on her insightful presentation "The Future of Implementation Science & AI in Digital Mental Health.” ✨ Watch the recording here: youtu.be/tRjkrrMnCLg Our next webinar is May 19, 2026 - stay tuned for more details!

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Shannon Wiltsey Stirman, PhD: “The Future of” Webinar Series 25-26

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

🚨 Tomorrow! CBITs hosts “The Future of” Webinar with Shannon Wiltsey Stirman, PhD. Hear how AI + implementation science are transforming digital mental health care. 📅 Tomorrow, March 10, 12 - 1 PM CT 📍 Zoom – Free registration required Register: northwestern.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Valentine’s Day was a few weeks ago - but our faculty are not above writing love letters ❤️✍️❤️ This year has been hard on all of us in research and a little appreciation goes a long way. Happy Employee Appreciation Day to everyone continuing to fight the good fight in science!

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

For Heart Health Month, we’re spotlighting a symposium at the SBM 2026 Annual Meeting 🫀 Featuring CBITs members alongside colleagues, this session explores overlooked CVD risk & protective factors - and how to translate findings into action. 🗓 April 23 | 9 AM See you at SBM!

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

We’re proud to see CBIT’s newest core faculty member Dr. Kathryn Macapagal featured in The New York Times. After federal cuts wiped out four grants and halted HIV and LGBTQ+ health studies, she continued advocating for the youth her work serves. 💪🏳️‍🌈 Read more below.

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Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies @cbits-nu.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

🚨ONLY 2 WEEKS AWAY! 🚨 CBITs webinar on "The Future of Implementation Science & AI in Digital Mental Health" with Shannon Wiltsey Stirman, PhD will be taking place on March 10th at 12pm CT! Come join for this exciting talk by registering now: lnkd.in/gvVaU7Fh

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