Understanding how sleep issues can lead to PTSD after trauma
Official title: Identifying sleep-related risk factors for PTSD and their underlying mechanisms
Funded at Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences · NIH-11089450 · Data updated 2026-11-12
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
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Lansing, United States) |
| Project start | May 15, 2024 |
| Project end | April 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $145,142 |
| NIH project number | 5K23MH134032-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11089450 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who have recently experienced a traumatic event and are experiencing sleep disturbances.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not experienced trauma or do not have sleep disturbances may not benefit from this research.
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.
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 gone: 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
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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
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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.