Sleep loss hits women differently depending on their cycle
NCT ID NCT05381532
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
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 phase changes how sleep deprivation affects the body.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help tailor sleep recommendations to a woman's menstrual cycle, improving alertness and well-being.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage observational study with only 29 participants. Results may not apply to all women or real-world settings.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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