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This study tests a 12-week phone coaching program for young adults aged 18-39 who have at least two heart disease risk factors, like poor sleep, inactivity, or high blood pressure. Participants get weekly calls from a health coach to set goals and track progress. The goal is to s…

This pilot study tests whether a sleep health program designed for couples can improve sleep and blood pressure. Fifty couples will take part in an 8-week program that includes sleep education, coaching, and a Fitbit to track sleep. The goal is to see if working together as a tea…

This study tests a 24-week program called Black Impact for Black men with below-ideal heart health. Participants will take part in weekly physical activity, health education, and work with a coach and trainer. The goal is to see if the program improves heart health and reduces st…

This study is testing whether wearable devices like activity trackers, EEG headbands, and smartphones can accurately measure sleep stages. Researchers will compare these devices to standard sleep lab tests (polysomnography) in 96 healthy volunteers and people with sleep disorders…

This study checks if wearable devices like movement sensors, headbands, and pulse oximeters can accurately track sleep stages in children and teens aged 3 to 18. Results will be compared with standard sleep lab tests to see if these gadgets can help diagnose sleep problems more e…

This study tests whether taking the sleep medication suvorexant (Belsomra) every night for two years can slow the buildup of amyloid plaques in the brain, a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will enroll 200 healthy adults aged 65 and older who have no memory problems. …

This study is testing whether a probiotic supplement called ExoBDNF can improve cognitive abilities like memory and concentration, as well as sleep and mood. About 50 adults aged 18 and older will take the supplement daily for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure changes using quest…

This study follows 1,000 adults in Canada who are authorized to use medical cannabis for pain, sleep problems, anxiety, depression, or epilepsy. Researchers will use standard questionnaires to measure changes in symptoms over 24 weeks. The goal is to see how well medical cannabis…

This study tests two school-based sleep programs in 1,320 teens aged 12-18 with sleep problems. One program is a standard sleep health education, the other is a more intensive cognitive behavioral sleep intervention. Researchers will compare which program improves sleep quality m…

This pilot study is testing whether a simple sleep bundle — including a sleep mask, ear plugs, a noise machine, and stepwise sleep medications (melatonin and trazodone) — can improve sleep for adults recovering from heart surgery. Twenty participants will be randomly assigned to …

This study looks at whether taking ETAS® daily for 12 weeks can improve memory, mood, and brain activity in healthy adults aged 60 to 80 who have mild memory complaints. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either ETAS® or a placebo, and will undergo memory tests, br…

This study looks at whether a custom mouthpiece that gently moves the lower jaw forward during sleep can improve sleep quality, heart rate patterns, and blood oxygen levels. About 24 healthy adults aged 40-65 will wear both the active device and a placebo device to compare effect…

This study tests whether a special type of artificial light that changes throughout the day can improve sleep, body clock function, and overall well-being in frail older adults. Researchers will enroll 300 people over age 65 who are staying in hospital rooms equipped with this dy…

This study compares two behavioral approaches to see which works better for improving mood, sleep, and reducing suicide risk in adults aged 55 and older with depression. Participants will complete interviews, questionnaires, and wear a sleep tracker for 8 weeks. The goal is to fi…

This study tests whether taking a collagen supplement for 8 days can improve quality of life, appetite, mood, and blood sugar control in overweight or obese adults aged 18-65. Participants will take the supplement or a placebo, fill out questionnaires, and wear a continuous gluco…

This study tests a behavioral sleep program called Care2Sleep for people with Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers. The program includes sleep hygiene, activity, and light exposure. Researchers will compare it to a sleep education group to see if it improves sleep, health, an…

This study is testing whether cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) can improve sleep and daily function in 15 people with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) who have trouble sleeping. Participants will learn techniques like sleep scheduling and changing unhelpful tho…

This study tests a sleep-focused program (TranS-C) plus bright light therapy in 90 teens aged 12-18 with moderate to severe depression and sleep problems. Half get the full program with a sleep therapist and light glasses; the other half just track their sleep. The goal is to see…

This study tests whether the Chilipad Dock Pro, a device that heats or cools your bed surface, can improve sleep quality and overall well-being. Researchers will enroll 100 adults in the US who can read English. Participants will use the device at home and report their sleep and …

This study looks at how sensory sensitivity affects sleep and emotions in autistic children ages 6-10. Researchers will test a simple bedtime routine called Power Down, where caregivers give their child a gentle massage to help them relax before sleep. The goal is to see if this …

This study tests two behavioral treatments—cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness—to help people with traumatic brain injury (TBI) sleep better and feel less stressed. 360 veterans and service members with mild to moderate TBI, insomnia, and PTSD symptoms will receive…

This study tests whether adding bright light therapy, a stimulant (methylphenidate), or melatonin to cognitive behavior therapy can improve sleep and related symptoms like fatigue, anxiety, and depression in 188 adults with advanced cancer. Participants will receive one of these …

This study tests whether a gentle movement program called Body Awareness Therapy (BAT) can help young adults (ages 20-30) who feel very stressed. Over 8 weeks, one group does BAT twice a week while another group does nothing new. Researchers will measure changes in balance, sleep…

This study tests whether immersive virtual reality (VR) exercise can reduce pain, improve shoulder function, sleep, and thinking in people with mild to moderate frozen shoulder (grade 1-2). About 36 adults aged 18-64 who are new to physiotherapy will use VR headsets to gamify the…

This study is testing whether a daily supplement called AGZ can help adults aged 25-59 who have trouble sleeping feel more relaxed in the evening, sleep better, and have more energy in the morning. About 300 people will take AGZ or a placebo for 30 days and answer questionnaires …

This study looks at whether a low dose of clonidine, a drug usually used for high blood pressure, can help veterans with PTSD feel better, especially with sleep and daytime symptoms. About 32 veterans will take the drug and be monitored for 6 weeks. The goal is to see if their PT…

This study tests whether hemp-derived CBD (with or without THC) can help older adults (60+) who use cannabis for pain, anxiety, depression, or sleep problems. Over 8 weeks, 385 participants will take either CBD+THC, CBD alone, or a placebo. The goal is to see if CBD can reduce sy…

This study tests whether a magnesium supplement called Magnesium-L-Threonate (MgT) can improve sleep quality and reduce pain in people recovering from total knee or hip replacement. Researchers will enroll 64 adults having surgery at the University of Miami Hospital. Participants…

This study looks at whether a supplement called MyVitalC (ESS60 in extra virgin olive oil) can improve sleep and reduce headaches. About 100 adults will track their sleep and headaches for 4 weeks without the supplement, then take it daily for 6 weeks and report any changes. The …

This study tests whether a supplement called nicotinamide riboside (a form of vitamin B3) can improve sleep quality in healthy adults aged 40 to 60. Participants will take either the supplement or a placebo for 8 weeks, and their sleep will be measured with brain wave monitoring.…

This study tests whether a daily nutritional supplement can improve sleep quality in adults aged 35-65 who have mild sleep problems. About 140 participants will take either the supplement or a placebo for several weeks, and sleep will be tracked using a special ring and questionn…

This study tests whether daridorexant, a sleep aid, can safely improve total sleep time in 62 adults aged 60-85 with mild cognitive impairment or mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease who also have chronic insomnia. Participants will have their sleep measured in a lab. The goal is…

This 30-day study tests SleepWhale Natural Sleep Drops (Extra Strength) in 100 adults to see if they improve sleep quality, reduce daytime sleepiness, and boost resilience. Participants will complete surveys about their sleep, fatigue, and well-being. The study is for US resident…

This study tests whether taking 1 ml of reishi mushroom extract daily before bed can improve sleep quality and reduce stress. About 100 adults who can read English and live in the US will participate. The study measures sleep, fatigue, and stress using questionnaires. It is not a…

This study tests a comfort program for children aged 5-10 in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). The program includes listening to their mother's voice, dimming lights, and using a weighted blanket, along with regular nursing care. Researchers want to see if this helps chil…

This study tests a brief sleep program for depressed adolescents aged 12-18 who get too little sleep or have irregular sleep patterns. The program uses two counseling sessions and a smartphone app to teach healthy sleep habits. Researchers will see if the program is practical and…

This study is testing whether taking a daily saffron extract supplement (30 mg) for six weeks can improve sleep quality in middle-aged adults who have mild-to-moderate sleep problems. Researchers will measure sleep using a wrist-worn device and track other factors like mood and s…

This study looks at whether extending the nightly fasting period (not eating for a longer stretch each night) can improve sleep, thinking, and quality of life in breast cancer survivors. Researchers will compare this approach to health education alone. The study involves 60 femal…

This study tests whether morning bright light therapy can improve sleep and brain function in 105 adults recovering from opioid use disorder. Participants on stable medication will receive either bright or dim light for 30 minutes daily over two weeks. Researchers will measure sl…

This study tests whether a sleep health program can help U.S. Marines sleep better and feel mentally healthier. About 860 Marines will be randomly assigned to one of five groups to receive different versions of the program. Researchers will use surveys and wearable sleep trackers…

This study is testing whether a daily snack rich in plant chemicals and fiber can improve common perimenopause symptoms like hot flashes, mood changes, and sleep problems. Researchers will also check if the snack changes gut bacteria, which might be linked to symptom relief. The …

This study looks at whether doing gentle, adapted physical activity every day can improve sleep in children aged 5 to 16 who are being treated for blood cancer. About 30 children will take part, and their sleep quality will be tracked by parents and a wearable device. The goal is…

This study brings together 1000 teenagers from disadvantaged areas in Denmark, the Netherlands, Nigeria, and South Africa. Working with researchers and local leaders, the teens will identify problems and co-create changes to their physical and social environment — like parks, wal…

This study is looking at how lifestyle choices like diet, exercise, stress, and sleep relate to heart health measures such as blood pressure and cholesterol. Researchers will ask 100 adults and young people to fill out a questionnaire about their habits. The goal is to better und…

This study tests a new physical therapy protocol for people over 50 who had arthroscopic rotator cuff surgery. Researchers will measure pain, sleep quality, and shoulder function in 50 participants over 12 weeks. The goal is to find better recovery guidelines, since current rehab…

This study tests a new computer program that reads brain activity to tell if someone is conscious or not. Thirty healthy adults will have their brains scanned while awake and asleep. The goal is to see if a simpler, portable version of the test can accurately detect consciousness…

This study tests a new program called Bedtime Stories that sends tailored sleep health messages to caregivers of school-aged children (ages 5-11) from low-income and historically marginalized communities. The goal is to see if the program is easy to use and helps improve children…

This study looks at how a full day without sleep changes certain proteins in the blood that are linked to Alzheimer's disease. Researchers want to see if people with different versions of the APOE gene react differently to sleep loss. The study involves 60 healthy adults aged 18 …

This study looks at what happens to blood pressure when healthy adults sleep only 4 hours a night. Researchers will compare normal-weight and obese participants to see if lack of sleep affects their blood pressure differently. The goal is to better understand the link between sle…

This study aims to understand why many patients have poor sleep after scheduled surgery. Researchers will give questionnaires to 1,000 adults undergoing general anesthesia to measure sleep quality and daytime drowsiness. The goal is to identify factors that disrupt sleep, such as…

This study from Uppsala University looks at how a low-fat, fiber-rich diet versus a high-fat, Western-style diet affects sleep quality, heart rate, and metabolism. Twenty-four healthy young adults will follow each diet for about a week, then spend two days in the lab for detailed…

This study tests whether spending less time in bed for four weeks can deepen sleep and boost memory in adults aged 65-85 who have poor sleep and are at risk for Alzheimer's. Researchers will measure brain activity, memory, and blood markers. The goal is to see if a simple behavio…

This study looks at how chronic pain affects sleep in teenagers aged 15-17. Researchers will test whether listening to a relaxing story before falling asleep can improve sleep quality and help the brain process emotions tied to pain. Twenty teens with persistent pain will have th…

This study looks at whether giving tube feedings during the day instead of at night can improve sleep and body rhythms in patients recovering from heart surgery in the ICU. Researchers will monitor sleep patterns and body temperature in 30 adults. The goal is to learn if simple c…

This study aims to see if it's practical to measure sleep in adults who play video games regularly but don't have gaming disorder. Forty participants (gamers and non-gamers) will keep sleep and gaming diaries, wear a wrist monitor, and provide urine samples for melatonin testing.…

This study looks at how sleep and physical activity change for blood cancer patients and their caregivers after a stem cell transplant. Researchers will use a Fitbit to monitor activity, sleep, and heart rate, and ask participants to complete questionnaires about their quality of…

This study looks at how different patterns of light exposure and food intake affect the body's metabolism when sleep is reduced. Researchers will monitor 120 healthy adults aged 18-35 over 4-6 months, including three overnight clinic stays. The goal is to understand how these fac…

This study looks at how using tablets in the evening affects children's sleep, thinking skills, and emotions. Researchers will have 220 children aged 8 to 11 use tablets with different light and content before bed. The goal is to understand whether the light from the screen or th…

This study looks at whether giving sleep tips to expecting parents can help their babies sleep longer and have fewer sleep problems. About 391 families will take part, with some getting regular sleep advice by email and others not. Researchers will track the babies' sleep for up …

This study looks at whether giving prebiotics (a type of fiber) to 3-5 year olds who don't eat enough fiber can improve their thinking, emotions, sleep, and gut health. About 106 children will take a prebiotic or a placebo daily for several weeks. Parents will report on their chi…

This study looks at how sleep and the body's internal clock influence blood pressure in people with hypertension. Researchers will monitor 32 adults aged 25-64 to understand why some have a 'non-dipping' pattern where blood pressure stays high at night. The goal is to uncover mec…

This study explores how severe sleep deprivation in the first 48 hours after childbirth impacts a mother's motivation to breastfeed and her breastfeeding success. Researchers will track 167 new mothers, including those who had C-sections, using surveys and feeding assessments. Th…

This study looks at how things like air quality, noise, and light in hospital wards affect patients' sleep. Researchers will measure these factors and track the sleep of 120 adult patients who stay at least two nights. The goal is to understand the hospital environment better and…

This early-stage study at Stanford tests whether giving magnetic brain stimulation during sleep is safe and practical for people with major depression. Fifteen adults who have not gotten better with at least one antidepressant will receive both real and fake stimulation in separa…

This study looks at how pregnant women sleep, focusing on the positions they spend the most time in and how often they snore. About 500 women who are at least 28 weeks pregnant will use a sleep monitor at home. The goal is to learn more about sleep patterns during pregnancy and s…

This study looks at how cannabis use and stopping it affect sleep, daily body rhythms, and sensitivity to light in healthy young adults aged 18-25. Researchers will compare regular cannabis users with non-users using sleep monitors, light tests, and pupil measurements. The goal i…

This study looks at how difficult childhood experiences and sleep problems might harm blood vessels in young adults aged 18-29. Researchers will measure sleep quality and blood vessel function, and test whether a 6-week sleep therapy program can improve vessel health. The goal is…

This study looks at how sleep helps clean the brain. Researchers will use special MRI scans to see the brain's waste-clearing system in 16 healthy young adults. They will also test a headband that tracks brain waves and uses mild electrical pulses to improve sleep and brain funct…

This study looks at how sleep and body clocks affect the brains of teenagers and their risk for using substances like alcohol or drugs. Researchers will monitor the sleep patterns and brain activity of 200 healthy teens aged 13-18. The goal is to understand how changes in sleep a…

This study tests whether morning bright light therapy can improve sleep in 300 veterans with traumatic brain injury. Researchers will measure changes in inflammation, energy production in cells, and brain cleaning systems. The goal is to understand how better sleep might support …

This study looks at how sleep, physical activity, and daily rhythms are linked to ADHD symptoms in children. Researchers will use a wristband to track activity and sleep for two weeks, and also do brain scans and thinking tests. The goal is to better understand ADHD, not to test …

This study looks at how not getting enough sleep or having insomnia changes the way people handle their emotions. Researchers will compare three groups: people who sleep only 4 hours for three nights, people with insomnia, and healthy sleepers. Participants will do emotion tasks …

This study looks at how sleep problems impact thinking skills and quality of life in people treated for breast cancer. Researchers will track sleep patterns and mental function in 75 patients aged 39 to 69. The goal is to better understand these links and find ways to improve sle…

This study is adapting a sleep screening questionnaire for Turkish children and teens with complex chronic conditions (like multiple health problems). Researchers will test if the tool is accurate and reliable, and will also look at how common sleep issues are in these children. …

This study looks at how sleep changes affect the bacteria in your gut. Researchers will ask people who sleep too little to sleep more, and people who sleep enough to sleep less, for 14 days. They want to see if these sleep changes alter the types and amounts of gut bacteria. The …

This study aims to learn more about psychiatric, behavioral, and developmental disorders that begin in childhood. Researchers will observe up to 1,000 people of any age who have these conditions, along with their family members. The goal is to better understand how these disorder…

This study looks at how the COVID-19 pandemic may have changed people's physical activity, sleep, blood pressure, and mental stress. Researchers at Indiana University will track 100 adults aged 18-75 using wearable devices, fitness tests, and blood samples. The goal is to underst…

This study looks at whether experiencing a one-hour time delay every day can shift your body's internal clock. Researchers will measure melatonin levels and reaction times in 40 healthy couples who live together. The goal is to understand how our daily routines affect sleep and c…

This study looks at how a commercially available ketone drink (Ketone-IQ) affects sleep and breathing in 20 healthy adults aged 18-50. Participants take two different doses at home on separate nights and measure their ketone levels and sleep quality using a headband device. The g…

This study looks at whether aerobic exercise (stationary biking) and daytime naps can boost motor skill learning and brain function in 20 adults with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis. Participants will do hand coordination tests while their brain and muscle activity are mea…

This study looks at how daily light patterns relate to migraine headaches and sleep quality in adults. Over 8 weeks, 20 participants will track their migraines, light exposure, and sleep using diaries and devices. The goal is to understand these connections, not to test a new tre…

This study aims to improve how sleep is measured for nightshift workers, whose inverted schedules make standard sleep trackers inaccurate. Researchers will use an Apple Watch along with machine learning to better detect daytime sleep. About 100 nightshift workers will participate…

This study tests whether a home-based mobile app can help 3-4 year olds who currently meet few or no daily movement, sleep, and screen-time guidelines. About 80 children will wear activity trackers, and parents will use the app for weekly lessons and goals. The goal is to see if …

This study looks at how quickly losing water weight affects combat athletes' sleep, thinking skills, and muscle strength. Researchers will monitor 12 athletes before and after rapid weight loss using sleep trackers, strength tests, and thinking quizzes. The goal is to understand …