SLEEP

This study tested a program to prevent obesity in mothers and their children from pregnancy through age 2. It involved over 1,600 families at community health centers in Boston, focusing on healthy eating, physical activity, sleep, and addressing social needs. The goal was to red…

This study tested whether a physical activity program delivered by mail and phone could help older women avoid serious health problems like heart attacks, strokes, hip fractures, and falls. About 25,000 women received exercise guides and tips, while another 25,000 continued their…

This study tested a program called Generation Healthy Kids in 24 Danish schools with over 1,300 children aged 6-11. The program included changes at school and in the community to encourage healthy eating, physical activity, better sleep, and less screen time. The goal was to see …

This study tested a behavioral sleep program called Sleep Well! for children ages 1 to 5 who have sleep problems. About 103 families from urban primary care clinics took part. The goal was to see if the program was easy to use and helpful for improving children's sleep and behavi…

This early-phase study looked at how THC (the active ingredient in marijuana) affects sleep. Researchers gave 10-60mg of oral THC to 18 people who either used cannabis frequently or rarely. They measured sleep stages, thinking skills, and heart health in a sleep lab over several …

This study tested a sleep program designed for both people with Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers. 60 pairs (patient and caregiver) took part. The program aimed to improve sleep quality and reduce related problems for both members of the pair.

This study tested four different nutritional supplements to see if they could help healthy adults sleep better. Over 12 weeks, 376 participants took either a supplement or a placebo. Researchers measured sleep quality, daytime sleepiness, and mood. The goal was to find out if the…

This study tested a program called SIESTA-Rehab to help stroke patients sleep better during hospital rehabilitation. The program trained nurses to reduce nighttime disruptions and screened patients for sleep apnea. Researchers measured sleep quality and recovery in 400 adults. Th…

This study looked at 558 adults with mild to moderate sleep apnea who also don't get enough sleep. The goal was to find which of two programs works best to reduce daytime sleepiness. Researchers measured sleepiness with a questionnaire and also checked blood pressure and blood ve…

This study looked at whether massage therapy given by a physiotherapist can help babies sleep better and improve the emotional connection between mother and baby. Twenty-four healthy, full-term infants aged 0-6 months took part. Researchers measured sleep quality and mother-baby …

This study tested whether certain health and wellness products can help adults sleep better. Over 1,600 people who wanted better sleep took either a product or a placebo pill, without knowing which they got. The main goal was to see if the products reduced sleep problems, with se…

This study tested whether a daily capsule of betalains (natural pigments from beetroot) can improve blood vessel function, sleep, and quality of life in healthy middle-aged people. 42 adults aged 40-65 took either the betalain capsule or a placebo for one month, then switched. Re…

This study tested whether a special plant-based sleep product works better than melatonin for improving sleep quality. 89 healthy women aged 35-55 who reported poor sleep took part. They used sleep scales and Apple Watch data to compare the two treatments.

This study looked at whether placing small tubes in the eardrums (ventilation tubes) helps children aged 1-4 with chronic ear fluid (glue ear) sleep better and improves their quality of life. Sixty children were randomly assigned to get tubes or not. Their sleep was tracked with …

This study looked at whether taking whey protein supplements helps teenage soccer players improve their performance, recover faster, and change their body composition during a 10-12 week competitive season. Thirty-one high school players aged 13-18 took part. The goal was to see …

This study looked at whether sleeping longer can help lower blood pressure during sleep. 66 adults who slept less than 7 hours a night were split into two groups: one received sleep hygiene advice and tips to extend sleep, the other did not. After 8 weeks, researchers measured bl…

This study looked at how sleep and diet affect performance in 38 Columbia University baseball players. Researchers measured sleep quality, food intake, and athletic skills like batting and pitching speed. The goal was to find ways to improve sleep and nutrition to help athletes p…

This study looked at how long-term lack of sleep affects heart health and weight in women. Researchers compared women before and after menopause to see if sleep loss raises blood pressure, blood sugar, and belly fat. 54 women completed the study, which measured these risks over t…

This study looked at whether sleeping at least an hour more each night for a week can help college students handle pain better. 36 healthy young adults wore sleep and heart monitors and took pressure and cold pain tests. The goal was to see if more sleep raises pain tolerance and…

This study looked at whether a short nap (under 30 minutes) can help sleep-deprived anesthesiologists perform better during emergencies. Researchers used realistic simulations to measure both technical skills and stress levels. 44 doctors in training took part. The goal was to se…

This study looked at how getting more sleep at the right time of day affects what teenagers eat. Researchers compared teens who are natural morning people (morning larks) with those who are night owls. The goal is to understand why sleep helps some teens eat less and make healthi…

This study tested whether using an indoor air purifier changes health metrics like heart rate, sleep, and oxygen levels. 42 healthy adults wore Apple Watches while using a real air purifier and a fake one (placebo) in their homes. The goal was to see if cleaner air makes a measur…

This study tested whether a personalized online program delivered through WeChat could help college students improve how they spend their time on physical activity, sitting, and sleep. Fifty students aged 18-25 who did not meet healthy movement guidelines were randomly assigned t…

This study looked at 180 young adults to see if the ratio of index to ring finger length (2D:4D) — a marker of prenatal hormone exposure — differs between people with and without joint hypermobility (being double-jointed). Researchers measured finger lengths and joint flexibility…

The intervention will be conducted by Assist. Prof. Dr. Nurten ÖZÇALKAP. No invasive procedures will be performed; participants will engage in deep breathing, warm-up exercises, playful activities, and laughter exercises. The researcher holds an internationally certified training…