How sleep affects emotions and behavior in pre-adolescents
Developmental Impacts of Sleep on Positive Valence Systems and Socioemotional Functioning during Pre-Adolescence
['FUNDING_R01'] · MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY - BOZEMAN · NIH-10946336
This study is looking at how different sleep habits, especially when kids stay up late on weekends, affect the feelings and behavior of children aged 8 to 12, helping us understand how better sleep can lead to happier and healthier kids.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY - BOZEMAN (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BOZEMAN, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10946336 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of sleep patterns, particularly 'social jetlag,' on emotional and behavioral functioning in children aged 8 to 12. By monitoring sleep through various methods such as actigraphy and daily diaries, the study aims to understand how disrupted sleep affects positive emotional systems and increases the risk of depression. Participants will engage in tasks that assess their reward responsiveness and social interactions over a year, providing insights into the relationship between sleep and emotional health during this critical developmental stage.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are children aged 8 to 12 who experience irregular sleep patterns.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 8 to 12 years or those with diagnosed psychiatric disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for preventing emotional disorders in pre-adolescents by addressing sleep-related issues.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that sleep patterns significantly influence emotional and behavioral outcomes in children, suggesting that this approach is grounded in established findings.
Where this research is happening
BOZEMAN, UNITED STATES
- MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY - BOZEMAN — BOZEMAN, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: PALMER, CARA A. — MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY - BOZEMAN
- Study coordinator: PALMER, CARA A.
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.
Conditions: Affective Disorders