SLEEP DISTURBANCE

This study looks at whether a home sleep apnea test is as accurate as the standard in-lab sleep study for diagnosing obstructive sleep apnea in children aged 5 to 12. Researchers will also check if the home test helps doctors make the same treatment decisions and if families pref…

This study tests whether a digital sleep platform can prevent insomnia in adults who currently have only mild sleep problems. About 1,016 adults across 18 districts in Hong Kong will receive a stepped-care program that offers different levels of support based on their sleep sever…

This study tests whether a relaxation technique called progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) — done with or without virtual reality (VR) — can help adult burn survivors manage ongoing symptoms like pain, itch, anxiety, sleep problems, and fatigue. About 34 participants will try bot…

This study compares two different supportive programs delivered remotely to help women recover after surgery for suspected gynecological cancer. The goal is to see which program works better for reducing pain, anxiety, depression, and sleep problems. About 160 women will take par…

This study tests whether a 6-week mindfulness program (MAPs) or a sleep education class can improve sleep quality in first- and second-year UCLA students who have trouble sleeping. About 240 participants will wear sleep trackers, answer surveys, and give blood samples to measure …

This study tests whether using the Calm meditation app for 10 minutes a day can help blood cancer patients who have trouble sleeping. Researchers will track sleep quality, anxiety, depression, fatigue, and inflammation in 276 participants over 20 weeks. The goal is to see if a si…

This study looks at whether using a weighted blanket at night can reduce pain and improve sleep in veterans who have both chronic pain and sleep trouble. About 160 veterans will use either a light or heavy blanket for 6 weeks at home. Researchers will track pain levels, sleep qua…

This study tests whether playing personalized sounds (like pink noise) during sleep can improve sleep quality in adults with insomnia. Forty participants will have their brain activity monitored overnight before and after the sound therapy. The goal is to see if this non-drug app…

This study tests a brief sleep program for depressed adolescents aged 12-18 who get too little sleep or have irregular sleep patterns. The program uses two sessions and a smartphone app to teach healthy sleep habits. Researchers will see if it is practical and helps improve sleep…

This study looks at whether dupilumab, a medication for moderate to severe eczema, can improve sleep and reduce itching in children aged 6 to 17. Over 12 weeks, researchers will measure sleep quality and itchiness before and after treatment. The goal is to see if the drug helps k…

This study tests whether simple neck exercises and posture advice can reduce headaches, stress, and sleep problems in teens aged 13-19 who use smartphones for 4+ hours daily and have cervicogenic headaches (headaches from neck strain). Researchers will measure changes in headache…

This study tests whether the sleep medication trazodone can improve sleep and memory in people with early Alzheimer's disease and sleep problems. Researchers will measure changes in sleep quality and brain activity in 100 participants over several months. The goal is to see if be…

This study looks at whether strength training or dance can reduce menopause symptoms like hot flashes, sleep problems, and mood swings. About 45 women aged 45-55 will do home-based exercise programs for 8 weeks. Researchers will compare the two types of exercise to a control grou…

This study tests a 6-week video program that teaches sleep-improving skills to older adults with memory loss or dementia and their care partners. Researchers want to see if the program is practical and helpful for improving sleep, mood, and daily life. About 80 pairs (person with…

This study looks at whether art therapy can help active-duty military members and recent veterans who have posttraumatic stress symptoms. Participants will attend eight art therapy sessions and have two MRI scans to see how the therapy affects emotional expression and brain activ…

This study tests a 30-minute smartphone program called SPARK-Healthy Sleep for college students who have sleep problems and may be at risk for psychosis. About 115 students will either use the app right away or wait three weeks. The goal is to see if the app is easy to use and he…

This study tests two parent training programs for 3-5 year olds with sleep problems and early signs of ADHD. One program focuses on general behavior strategies, the other adds sleep-improving techniques. Researchers want to see if the sleep-focused program is more helpful and pra…

This study compares four non-surgical treatments for people with a partial tear of the supraspinatus tendon in the shoulder. The goal is to see which treatment best improves sleep quality, reduces pain, and restores shoulder function. Researchers will follow 40 adults aged 40–75 …

This study tests whether a supplement called Stasis can reduce side effects like sleep problems, irritability, and brain fog caused by ADHD stimulant medications. Researchers will measure stress and inflammation levels in 90 adults who take stimulants. Participants will receive e…

This study tests whether art therapy, delivered through virtual reality glasses or in person, can help reduce anxiety and improve sleep and well-being in people with colorectal cancer who are receiving chemotherapy. 78 patients will be split into three groups: virtual art therapy…

This study looks at whether a smartphone-based mindfulness program is practical and helpful for teens and young adults (ages 15-39) with sickle cell disease who have chronic pain or sleep problems. Participants use guided mindfulness exercises on their phone for about 8 weeks. Th…

This study looks at whether it's possible to track sleep and the body's internal clock in critically ill children aged 3 to 6 in the pediatric ICU. Researchers will use a watch-like device and saliva tests to measure sleep and melatonin levels. They will also test if giving brigh…

This study looks at how difficult childhood experiences and sleep problems may harm blood vessel function in young adults aged 18-29. Researchers will measure sleep quality and blood vessel health in 70 participants. Some will then join a 6-week sleep improvement program to see i…

This study looks at how sleep quality and physical activity are linked to memory in people living in assisted-living facilities. Researchers will measure sleep using monitors and questionnaires, and assess memory with thinking tasks. The goal is to find factors that can improve s…

This study looks at whether poor sleep contributes to central auditory processing disorder (CAPD) in children and teens with autism. Researchers will compare those with and without CAPD using parent reports and clinical tests. The goal is to better understand how hearing, sleep, …

This study looks at why people taking medications for opioid use disorder often have trouble sleeping. Researchers will test special light-sensitive cells in the eye that help control sleep and body rhythms. The goal is to find new ways to improve sleep and reduce relapse. About …