Digital sleep coach for teens could boost mental health

NCT ID NCT05378373

First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Summary

This study tests two digital sleep interventions designed to help teenagers aged 12-14 improve their sleep regularity and mental health. Participants wear a Garmin device and use a smartphone app that provides personalized feedback on their sleep patterns. The goal is to see if these tools are practical and effective in promoting healthier sleep habits during adolescence.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Digital sleep intervention (wearable sensors and smartphone app)
What this could lead to
If effective, this could provide a simple, scalable way to improve sleep and mental health in teenagers.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study, so results may not be generalizable. The interventions are behavioral, so effects may be modest.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Duke Children's Primary Care North Durham

    Durham, North Carolina, 27704, United States

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