SLEEP

This study is testing whether a prescription sleep medicine called daridorexant can help people quit smoking. Researchers want to see if improving sleep quality and daytime alertness during the first three weeks of quitting makes it easier to stay smoke-free. The study will invol…

This study is testing a wellness program for young adults recently diagnosed with conditions like schizophrenia. The program combines Fitbit activity trackers with health coaching to help participants improve their sleep and get more physical activity. Researchers will enroll abo…

This study is testing if a ketone supplement drink taken before bed can help control obstructive sleep apnea. Researchers will compare the supplement to a placebo in 30 adults with moderate-to-severe sleep apnea who already use a CPAP machine. The goal is to see if the supplement…

This study tests whether adding sleep-focused treatments to standard depression care can quickly and lastingly reduce suicide risk in young adults. Researchers will compare three different sleep intervention approaches in 90 suicidal college students receiving outpatient treatmen…

This study is testing a new, personalized brain stimulation device to see if it can help older adults who are worried about their memory and have trouble sleeping. Researchers will compare the real device to a fake one in 80 participants over 12 weeks to measure effects on memory…

This study is testing whether a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation applied overnight can reduce abnormal brain activity linked to seizures and improve sleep quality in adults with drug-resistant temporal lobe epilepsy. Participants will stay in a sleep lab for six nights to h…

This study will test a 12-week school program designed to get children more active through guided and free play. It aims to see if the program helps kids move more, sit less, sleep better, and improve basic skills like running and jumping. The study will involve about 343 healthy…

This study is testing whether a medication called dexmedetomidine helps patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) get better, more restful sleep. About 50 adult ICU patients will be randomly assigned to receive either the medication or a placebo for two nights while their sleep i…

This study is testing a type of talk therapy called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) in people who have had a mild traumatic brain injury (like a concussion) and now have trouble sleeping. Researchers want to see if improving sleep with this therapy can also help…

This study aims to see if two simple relaxation techniques can help people feel better after lung surgery. Researchers will teach 160 patients who have had part of a lung removed either the Benson relaxation method or progressive muscle relaxation exercises. The main goal is to f…

This study aims to see if a sleep education and hygiene program can help young, high-level male soccer players get more and better sleep. Researchers will enroll 52 players aged 16-19 and randomly assign them to either receive the sleep program or be in a control group. The main …

This study is testing if a handheld robot that provides gentle vibrations along with audio guidance can help older adults with memory concerns sleep better. It compares this robot-guided meditation to standard audio-only meditation apps. The goal is to see if the physical feedbac…

This study aims to understand how a child's sensitivity to sounds, lights, and touch affects their sleep and emotions. Researchers will test a simple, parent-led bedtime routine involving gentle pressure massage and calming words to see if it helps autistic children aged 6-10 fal…

This small pilot study aims to see if a 'sleep bundle' can help adults sleep better after heart surgery. The bundle includes items like a sleep mask, earplugs, and a noise machine, along with a specific plan for sleep medications if needed. Researchers will compare the sleep qual…

This study will test if a warm foot bath helps people feel better after abdominal surgery. Researchers will measure if it reduces pain, improves sleep quality, and increases overall comfort. The trial will involve 96 patients recovering from surgery, randomly assigning some to re…

This study aims to see if a special sleep health program can help U.S. Marines sleep better and improve their mental health. Researchers will test three different sleep programs by randomly assigning 860 active-duty Marines to one of five groups. They will use surveys and wearabl…

This study aims to see if wearing a special 'biofield' skin patch daily for 4 weeks can help reduce anxiety and improve sleep quality. It will compare the active patch to a placebo (inactive) patch in 40 adults who regularly experience anxiety. Participants will answer questionna…

This study is creating and testing a new support program called I-SLEPT for Veterans returning home after rehabilitation. The program aims to help stabilize sleep patterns and increase participation in meaningful daily activities during this vulnerable recovery period. It will in…

This study is testing whether a special training program can help nursing students who experience pain, poor sleep, or anxiety. The program combines lessons on proper posture and body mechanics with guided exercise videos. Researchers will compare 60 students who either receive t…

This study aims to see if taking a daily probiotic supplement for 8 weeks can help reduce feelings of stress and anxiety in healthy university students during exam periods. Researchers will compare the probiotic against a placebo (dummy pill) in 200 students. They will measure ch…

This study is testing whether a custom-made mouthpiece that gently moves the lower jaw forward can improve sleep quality and recovery in healthy adults. Researchers will compare this device to a placebo mouthpiece that doesn't reposition the jaw. About 24 participants will wear a…

This study aims to see if taking one of two nutritional supplements for 28 days can improve sleep, reduce stress, and change gut bacteria in adults who report poor sleep quality. Researchers will compare the supplements against a placebo (inactive) pill. They will measure sleep p…

This study is testing a behavioral program designed to improve sleep and daily body clock rhythms in autistic adults. It aims to help 24 participants who have long-term sleep problems. The main goal is to see if the program improves overall sleep health, including sleep timing, q…

This study is testing whether a simple, non-drug comfort package can help children feel better during a stressful hospital stay. Kids in the intensive care unit will receive a combination of listening to their mother's voice, having the lights dimmed, and using a weighted blanket…

This study is testing if breathing air with slightly less oxygen during rest periods makes exercise feel easier for people with COPD. 50 participants with moderate COPD will do cycling sessions on different days, with some rest periods using normal air and others using low-oxygen…

This study aims to see if a nerve-blocking injection given before surgery can improve sleep quality and brain function in patients with prolonged consciousness disorders after a brain injury. Researchers will measure sleep patterns, brain oxygen levels, and signs of consciousness…

This study aims to understand how a daily probiotic supplement affects the body and mind in healthy adults. 180 participants will take the supplement for 1 or 6 months while providing blood and stool samples and completing online tasks about thinking and sleep. The goal is to see…

This study aims to understand the connections between mental health, emotional eating, sleep quality, and the risk of developing metabolic syndrome (a cluster of conditions like high blood pressure and blood sugar) in people with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. Researchers wil…

This study aims to understand how parents' wellbeing changes throughout their daily lives. Researchers will ask 300 German-speaking parents in Switzerland to complete brief surveys on their smartphones five times a day for two weeks. The goal is to learn what situations make pare…

This study aims to measure how common depression, anxiety, stress, and burnout are among people being treated for heart disease and the healthcare workers who care for them. Researchers will survey about 380 patients and all available staff in a cardiology department. The goal is…

This study aims to adapt a sleep screening questionnaire into Turkish for children and teens with complex, ongoing health problems. Researchers will test if the Turkish version is accurate and reliable. They will also track the children's sleep patterns during a hospital stay and…

This study aims to see if playing virtual reality construction games can detect changes in a person's performance related to how much sleep they've had. Researchers will enroll 12 healthy adults to complete VR tasks during lab visits while monitoring their sleep patterns at home.…

This study is looking back at data from a 12-week wellness program designed for veterans and first responders. Researchers will analyze information from about 80 past participants to see if the program helped with anxiety, depression, PTSD, sleep, and overall quality of life. The…

This study aims to understand how sleep affects heart health in pregnant women with low incomes. Researchers will measure sleep patterns at home using wrist monitors and breathing tests in 50 participants. The goal is to gather information to create better sleep screening and sup…