Improving Sleep for Young Adults with Type 1 Diabetes
Official title: A Cognitive Behavioral Sleep Self-Management Intervention for Young Adults with Type 1 Diabetes
Funded at Case Western Reserve University · NIH-11124765 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This project helps young adults with type 1 diabetes learn ways to manage their sleep better, hoping to improve their blood sugar control.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Case Western Reserve University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cleveland, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $690,805 |
| NIH project number | 5R01DK136604-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11124765 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates are young adults aged 18-30 years with type 1 diabetes who are not currently meeting their blood sugar targets (A1C ≥ 7%).
✕Less likely to help
Patients who already have well-controlled blood sugar levels or who are not within the specified age range may not be the primary focus for this particular opportunity.
What this research studies
Many young adults with type 1 diabetes find it hard to keep their blood sugar levels in a healthy range. We know that not getting enough sleep can make it even harder to manage diabetes and affect how the body uses insulin. This project will teach participants cognitive-behavioral techniques to improve their sleep habits. Our goal is to see if better sleep can lead to better blood sugar control and overall well-being for those living with type 1 diabetes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could offer a new, non-medication strategy for young adults with type 1 diabetes to better manage their blood sugar and improve their overall health.
How similar studies have gone: Preliminary findings suggest that cognitive-behavioral sleep approaches can improve insulin sensitivity and glucose tolerance in young adults without chronic conditions, and improve time in glucose range for adolescents with type 1 diabetes.
Where this research is happening
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Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Griggs, Stephanie Alisha — Case Western Reserve University
- Study coordinator: Griggs, Stephanie Alisha
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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.