SLEEP DEPRIVATION

This study tested whether a technique called neurofeedback can help people stay awake and think clearly after a full night of sleep deprivation. Twenty-two healthy adults completed 8 sessions of neurofeedback, where they learned to control their brain activity in real time. The g…

This study tested whether a desk lamp that gives off near-infrared light can help people who feel sleepy or down during the day. Eighty healthy adults aged 25 to 65 used the lamp at their desk for two weeks. Researchers checked changes in mood, drowsiness, sleep quality, and bloo…

This study tested whether wearing an eye-ear sleep band, which blocks light and noise, could improve sleep quality in 100 adults admitted to a coronary care unit with acute coronary syndrome. Each patient spent one night with the band and one night with standard care, in random o…

This study tested a short behavioral sleep program called Sleep Well! for children ages 1 to 5 in urban primary care clinics. Researchers wanted to see if families would find it useful and stick with it. The program included healthy sleep advice and tips to improve bedtime habits…

This study tested a 4-week school program to help teens aged 10-14 who were at high risk for digital game addiction. The program taught self-control, goal setting, and time management through classroom sessions. Researchers compared 110 students from two schools—one group got the…

This study tested whether two types of gentle exercise—stretching or traditional pregnancy exercises—could improve sleep quality in pregnant women during their third trimester. Sixty women with sleep troubles took part in guided sessions twice a week for three weeks. The goal was…

This study looked at how healthy women in their 20s and 30s respond to sleep loss at different points in their menstrual cycle. Researchers measured alertness, sleepiness, hormone levels, and body temperature in a controlled lab setting. The goal is to understand if menstrual pha…

This study looks at how not getting enough sleep and being awake at odd hours affects your thinking, blood chemistry, and the helpful bacteria in your gut. Researchers gave 55 healthy adults a prebiotic supplement or a placebo to see if it could help counter the negative effects.…

This completed study looked at 1,740 newly married couples to see if the bacteria in their mouth, eyes, and gut are linked to sleep problems, vision issues, and mood. Participants provided samples and completed surveys about sleep, anxiety, depression, and dry eye symptoms. The g…

This study looked at how getting only 4 hours of sleep for 5 nights in a row affects driving performance, sleepiness, and thinking skills. It included 40 healthy men and snorers. Participants drove in a simulator and took tests after restricted sleep and after a full night of rec…

This study looked at whether a 15-minute meditation practice called Shoonya meditation can help people stay sharp after a night without sleep. Researchers compared regular meditators to people who nap regularly, measuring brain activity, heart rate, and cognitive performance. The…

This study looked at 38 adults who usually sleep less than 6 hours a night. Researchers helped them increase their sleep to the recommended 7 hours and measured changes in blood chemicals and insulin sensitivity. The goal was to find biological markers that can tell if someone is…

This study tested a 5-session psychosocial program for 9th-grade girls living in boarding schools. The program included group activities on stress management, sleep hygiene, and healthy habits. Researchers compared the girls who took the program with those who did not, measuring …

This study looked at whether a 25-minute or 45-minute nap helps teenage soccer players run faster and feel less tired. Sixteen male players tried both nap lengths and a no-nap day. Results showed that napping improved agility and made exercise feel easier, but did not help them k…

This study tested whether a short power-nap (less than 30 minutes) can help anesthesiology residents perform better after working night shifts. 44 residents took part in high-fidelity simulations to measure their technical and non-technical skills. The goal was to see if napping …

This study looked at whether being exposed to artificial light at night, along with not getting enough sleep, harms how the body handles blood sugar more than just lack of sleep alone. Fourteen healthy adults stayed in a lab for over a month while their sleep and light exposure w…