Exploring how insomnia treatment affects heart and metabolic health in older adults with PTSD
Official title: Insomnia Treatment and Cardiometabolic Health in Older Adults with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Funded at University of California Los Angeles · NIH-11051126 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how treating insomnia can help improve heart and metabolic health in older adults with PTSD, and it's designed for those who struggle with sleep and want to feel better both mentally and physically.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2022 |
| Project end | March 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $189,284 |
| NIH project number | 5K23HL157754-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11051126 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older adults diagnosed with both insomnia disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without insomnia or PTSD, or those who are not older adults, may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between insomnia treatment and cardiometabolic health in older adults suffering from posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The project aims to develop effective behavioral sleep interventions that can improve both mental and physical health outcomes. By collecting data from participants, the research will lay the groundwork for a larger trial that seeks to identify the best treatment strategies for those with insomnia and PTSD. The study is led by Dr. Monica Kelly at UCLA, who has extensive experience in sleep and PTSD research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment options that enhance sleep quality and reduce cardiometabolic risks for older adults with PTSD.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in using behavioral interventions to improve sleep and related health outcomes, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of California Los Angeles
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kelly, Monica R — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Kelly, Monica R
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.