Sleep schedule shocker: irregular Zzz's may mess with your mind

NCT ID NCT02839070

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at how changing your sleep schedule every day affects your body's internal clock, learning, and mood. 27 healthy adults stayed in a lab for 27 days and were assigned to either a regular or irregular sleep-wake routine. Researchers measured changes in melatonin (a sleep hormone), learning ability, and mood throughout the study.

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  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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