Understanding how sleep disruption affects emotions and trauma symptoms in veterans
Examining the Effect of Sleep Disruption on Emotion Regulation and Trauma-Related Symptoms in Veterans
This study looks at how trouble sleeping affects emotions in veterans with PTSD, hoping to find ways to improve their sleep and help them better manage their feelings.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Veterans Affairs Med Ctr San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11093309 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between sleep disruption and emotional regulation in veterans suffering from Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). It focuses on how poor sleep, particularly during the Rapid Eye Movement (REM) phase, can lead to difficulties in managing emotions and may worsen trauma-related symptoms. By analyzing data from veterans, the study aims to uncover biological processes that contribute to PTSD and explore how improving sleep quality could enhance emotional coping strategies. The findings could lead to more effective treatments for veterans experiencing PTSD.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans diagnosed with PTSD who experience sleep disturbances.
Not a fit: Patients without PTSD or those who do not experience sleep disruption may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved interventions for veterans with PTSD by addressing sleep issues to enhance emotional regulation.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the link between sleep quality and emotional regulation, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- Veterans Affairs Med Ctr San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Neylan, Thomas C — Veterans Affairs Med Ctr San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Neylan, Thomas C
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.