Investigating sleep patterns and health in Appalachian adults
Researching Equitable Sleep Time (REST) in Appalachia
This study is looking at why many adults in rural Appalachian communities aren't getting enough sleep—six hours or less—and aims to find out what personal and community factors are causing this, so we can help improve sleep health in these areas.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kentucky NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lexington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10863848 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the issue of insufficient sleep, defined as sleeping six hours or less, particularly among adults in rural Appalachian communities. It aims to identify the individual, social, and societal factors that contribute to sleep deficiencies and related health problems in these populations. By employing a mixed methods, longitudinal design, the study will gather both qualitative and quantitative data to explore the mechanisms behind sleep disparities. The findings could help inform targeted interventions to improve sleep health in these underserved areas.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults living in rural Appalachian areas who experience insufficient sleep.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in Appalachian regions or who do not experience sleep deficiencies may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved sleep health and overall well-being for adults in Appalachian communities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that addressing sleep disparities in health disparity populations can lead to significant health improvements, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Lexington, United States
- University of Kentucky — Lexington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Moloney, Mairead — University of Kentucky
- Study coordinator: Moloney, Mairead
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.