Helping minority individuals cope with sleep issues after losing a loved one
Developing an intervention targeting sleep disturbances among minority bereaved individuals
This study is looking for ways to help people from minority backgrounds who are having trouble sleeping after losing a loved one, by finding out how grief affects their sleep and well-being, and testing new strategies to improve their sleep and heart health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10908331 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing effective interventions to address sleep disturbances experienced by minority individuals who are grieving the loss of a loved one. The project aims to understand how bereavement affects sleep quality and overall well-being, particularly in vulnerable populations. By collecting and analyzing objective sleep data, the research will create and test behavioral strategies to improve sleep and reduce cardiovascular disease risk. The principal investigator, Dr. Diana Chirinos Medina, will receive mentorship and training to enhance her skills in this area.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are minority individuals aged 21 and older who are experiencing sleep disturbances due to bereavement.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing sleep issues or who are not in a bereavement period may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved sleep quality and reduced cardiovascular risks for bereaved minority individuals.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in addressing sleep disturbances through behavioral interventions, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chirinos, Diana Andrea — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Chirinos, Diana Andrea
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 below.