Understanding how sleep issues can lead to PTSD after trauma
Identifying sleep-related risk factors for PTSD and their underlying mechanisms
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · HENRY FORD HEALTH + MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES · NIH-11089450
This study is looking at how sleep problems after a traumatic event might lead to PTSD, and it's for anyone who has experienced trauma and wants to understand why some people struggle more with sleep than others, so we can find better ways to help them early on.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | HENRY FORD HEALTH + MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (EAST LANSING, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11089450 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the connection between sleep disturbances and the development of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) following traumatic events. It aims to identify individuals who are particularly vulnerable to sleep problems after trauma, which could help in targeting early interventions. The study will analyze various biological markers and mechanisms that contribute to this relationship, using advanced data analysis techniques. By understanding these factors, the research seeks to improve prevention strategies for PTSD.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who have recently experienced a traumatic event and are experiencing sleep disturbances.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced trauma or do not have sleep disturbances may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better prevention strategies for PTSD by identifying at-risk individuals based on their sleep patterns.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the link between sleep disturbances and PTSD, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
EAST LANSING, UNITED STATES
- HENRY FORD HEALTH + MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES — EAST LANSING, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: REFFI, ANTHONY — HENRY FORD HEALTH + MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES
- Study coordinator: REFFI, ANTHONY
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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