Could a simple light fix improve sleep for dementia patients?
NCT ID NCT06595030
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a special light therapy, used for 6 months, could improve sleep, mood, thinking, and daily behavior in 100 people with Alzheimer's disease or mild cognitive impairment. Participants either received the active light treatment or a placebo light. The goal was to see if the light could reduce sleep problems and help with other symptoms without medication.
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Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Menands, New York, 12204, United States
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Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
New York, New York, 10029, United States
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