Can mindfulness fix sleep troubles in down syndrome? small trial aims to find out.

NCT ID NCT06783725

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a mindfulness-based therapy designed to improve sleep in people with Down syndrome (age 12+). The program is adapted with visual aids, shorter meditations, and caregiver support. Researchers will compare it to a brief behavioral therapy in 20 participants, measuring sleep quality and quality of life.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Mindfulness-Based Therapy for Insomnia (MBTI)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a non-drug way to improve sleep and daily life for people with Down syndrome and their caregivers.
What could go wrong: This is a very small pilot study (20 people) testing an adapted therapy. Results may not apply to everyone, and the therapy requires commitment to practice.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Down syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DOWN SYNDROME DOWN SYNDROME (TRISOMY 21)

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Alabama at Birmingham
RECRUITING

Birmingham, Alabama, 35233, United States

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