SLEEP DISTURBANCE

This study looks at whether a home sleep apnea test can work as well as the standard overnight sleep study done in a lab for children ages 5 to 12. Researchers will check how accurate the home test is, whether it helps doctors make the right treatment decisions, and how kids and …

This study tests whether a digital sleep platform can prevent insomnia in adults who currently have only mild sleep problems. About 1,016 adults across 18 districts in Hong Kong will receive a stepped-care program that offers different levels of support based on their sleep sever…

This study looks at whether a smartphone-based mindfulness program is practical and helpful for teens and young adults (ages 15-39) with sickle cell disease who have chronic pain and sleep problems. Participants use a guided mindfulness app for about 8 weeks. The goal is to see i…

This study looks at whether art therapy can improve emotional expression and regulation in military members with posttraumatic stress symptoms. About 40 active-duty or recently separated veterans will attend 11 sessions over 6-8 months, including art therapy, questionnaires, and …

This study tests two different remote support programs to see which one helps women feel better after surgery for suspected gynecological cancer. About 160 women will take part, and researchers will measure pain, mood, and sleep. The goal is to find the best way to improve recove…

This study tests whether isometric neck exercises and posture advice can reduce cervicogenic headaches (headaches from neck problems) in 44 teens aged 13-19 who use smartphones 4+ hours daily. Researchers will measure changes in headache impact, neck disability, stress hormones, …

This study tests whether trazodone, a medication used for sleep, can improve sleep quality and memory in people with early Alzheimer's disease and sleep problems. Researchers will compare trazodone to a placebo in 100 adults with mild cognitive impairment. The goal is to see if b…

This study compares two parent training programs for families of 3-5 year olds with early ADHD symptoms and sleep problems. One program focuses on general behavior strategies, while the other adds sleep improvement techniques. Researchers want to see if the sleep-focused program …

This study tests whether playing personalized sounds (like pink noise) during sleep can improve sleep quality in 40 adults with insomnia. Participants will have their brain waves monitored overnight before and after the therapy. The goal is to see if this non-drug approach can he…

This study looks at whether using the Calm meditation app for 10 minutes a day can help people with blood cancer who have trouble sleeping. About 276 patients will use the app for 8 weeks, and researchers will track their sleep, mood, fatigue, and signs of inflammation. The goal …

This study tests a 6-week videoconference program that teaches sleep-improving skills to older adults with memory loss or dementia and their care partners. Researchers want to see if the program is practical and helpful for improving sleep. About 80 participants will take part, a…

This study tests whether a supplement called Stasis can reduce side effects like sleep problems, irritability, and brain fog caused by ADHD stimulant medications. Researchers will measure stress and inflammation markers in 90 adults aged 18-55 who are currently on a stable dose o…

This study looks at whether dupilumab, a medication for moderate to severe eczema, can improve sleep and reduce itching in children aged 6 to 17. Researchers will track sleep quality and itchiness over 12 weeks. The goal is to see if treating the skin condition also helps kids re…

This study tests a brief sleep program for depressed adolescents aged 12-18 who sleep less than 7 hours on school nights or have irregular sleep schedules. The program uses two counseling sessions and a smartphone app to improve sleep habits. Researchers will compare it to a shor…

This study compares a 6-week mindfulness program to a sleep education class to see which better improves sleep in first- and second-year college students. About 240 UCLA students aged 18-22 who have trouble sleeping will participate. Researchers will track sleep quality, inflamma…

This study is testing whether using a weighted blanket at night can reduce chronic pain and improve sleep in veterans. Researchers will give 160 veterans either a light (3-pound) or heavy (15-pound) blanket to use at home for 6 weeks. They will track changes in pain, sleep qualit…

This study tests a 30-minute smartphone app designed to improve sleep and reduce mental health stigma in college students who may be at risk for psychosis. About 115 students with poor sleep and early warning signs will be split into two groups: one gets the app right away, the o…

This study tests whether a relaxation technique called progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) works better when combined with virtual reality (VR) for burn survivors. About 34 adults who have had a burn injury for at least 6 months and still have symptoms like pain, itch, or sleep p…

This study looks at whether strength training or dance can reduce menopause symptoms like hot flashes, sleep problems, and mood swings. About 45 women aged 45-55 will do 30-minute home workouts three times a week for 8 weeks. Researchers will compare the two exercise types to a c…

This study compares four non-surgical treatments for people with a partial tear of the supraspinatus tendon in the shoulder. The goal is to see which treatment best improves sleep quality, reduces pain, and restores shoulder function. Researchers will follow 40 adults aged 40–75 …

This study tests whether art therapy, delivered through virtual reality glasses or in person, can help reduce anxiety and improve sleep and well-being in people with colorectal cancer who are receiving chemotherapy. 78 patients will be split into three groups: virtual art therapy…

This study looks at whether trouble sleeping contributes to central auditory processing disorder (CAPD) in children and teens with autism. Researchers will compare kids with autism who have CAPD to those who don't, using parent reports and clinical tests. The goal is to better un…

This study tests whether it's possible to track sleep and body rhythms in 30 children aged 3 to 6 in the pediatric ICU. Researchers will use a watch-like device and saliva tests, and try giving daytime light and limiting food to daytime hours. The goal is to see if these methods …

This study looks at how difficult childhood experiences and sleep problems might damage blood vessels in young adults aged 18-29. Researchers will track sleep at home and test blood vessel function. Some participants will get a sleep improvement program to see if better sleep hel…

This study looks at how sleep quality and physical activity are linked to memory in people living in assisted-living facilities. Researchers will measure sleep using monitors and questionnaires, and test memory and physical function in 150 participants. The goal is to find factor…

This study looks at why people taking medications for opioid use disorder often have trouble sleeping. Researchers will test special light-sensitive cells in the eye that help control sleep and body rhythms. The goal is to find new ways to improve sleep and reduce relapse. About …