Woolcock Institute Of Medical Research

This pilot study tests whether a smartphone app called SleepFix, combined with support from a psychologist, can help young people aged 16-24 with insomnia. The app uses sleep restriction therapy to reset sleep patterns. The trial will check if the approach is practical and accept…

This pilot study will test whether a drug called dexmedetomidine can reduce activity in a brain region (the locus coeruleus) that may be too active during sleep in people with insomnia. Fifteen adults with insomnia will receive either the drug or a placebo before bed in a crossov…