How sleep affects emotions and behavior in pre-adolescents
Official title: Developmental Impacts of Sleep on Positive Valence Systems and Socioemotional Functioning during Pre-Adolescence
Funded at Montana State University - Bozeman · NIH-10946336 · Data updated 2026-11-12
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
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Montana State University - Bozeman NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bozeman, United States) |
| Project start | September 10, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $716,362 |
| NIH project number | 1R01MH137263-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10946336 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are children aged 8 to 12 who experience irregular sleep patterns.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the age range of 8 to 12 years or those with diagnosed psychiatric disorders may not benefit from this research.
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.
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 gone: 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
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Montana State University - Bozeman
Bozeman, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Palmer, Cara a. — Montana State University - Bozeman
- Study coordinator: Palmer, Cara a.
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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.