Investigating the role of sleep in autism spectrum disorder
Center for Sleep in Autism Spectrum Disorder
This study is looking at how sleep problems might affect kids with autism, ages 4 to 17, to see if better sleep can help improve their behavior and thinking skills.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10916247 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how sleep dysregulation affects individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). By examining sleep patterns and their relationship to core behavioral and cognitive symptoms, the study aims to identify whether sleep disturbances contribute to the development and worsening of ASD symptoms. The research involves both human participants aged 4 to 17 and animal models, utilizing various methods such as EEG and actigraphy to gather comprehensive data on sleep physiology. The goal is to determine if improving sleep can lead to better outcomes for individuals with ASD.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children and adolescents aged 4 to 17 diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have autism spectrum disorder or are outside the age range of 4 to 17 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved sleep interventions that enhance the quality of life and symptom management for individuals with autism.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing sleep issues can significantly improve behavioral and cognitive outcomes in children with autism, indicating a promising avenue for this study.
Where this research is happening
Stanford, United States
- Stanford University — Stanford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hallmayer, Joachim F — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Hallmayer, Joachim F
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.