Improving Sleep for Young Adults with Type 1 Diabetes
A Cognitive Behavioral Sleep Self-Management Intervention for Young Adults with Type 1 Diabetes
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 ID | NIH-11124765 on NIH RePORTER |
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.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are young adults aged 18-30 years with type 1 diabetes who are not currently meeting their blood sugar targets (A1C ≥ 7%).
Not a fit: 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.
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 performed: 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
Cleveland, United States
- Case Western Reserve University — Cleveland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Griggs, Stephanie Alisha — Case Western Reserve University
- Study coordinator: Griggs, Stephanie Alisha
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.