Sleep secrets: could better bedtimes curb childhood obesity?
NCT ID NCT04057716
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looks at how changing sleep patterns affects eating behavior and self-control in 120 children who are overweight or at risk for obesity. Researchers will monitor sleep, brain activity, and real-world eating to understand the link between sleep and weight gain. The goal is to find better ways to prevent obesity by improving sleep habits.
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University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States
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Weight Control & Diabetes Research Center
Providence, Rhode Island, 02903, United States
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