Understanding how sleep patterns affect ADHD in children and adults
Advancing Identification of Circadian Delay in ADHD Youth: Associations with Clinical Heterogeneity and Cognition
['FUNDING_R01'] · DUKE UNIVERSITY · NIH-11046095
This study is looking at how sleep problems, like trouble falling asleep and having irregular sleep schedules, affect young people with ADHD, and it hopes to find ways to tailor treatments based on their unique sleep habits and ADHD symptoms.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | DUKE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (DURHAM, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11046095 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between circadian rhythm delays and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in youth. It aims to identify how sleep disturbances, particularly difficulties in falling asleep and irregular sleep schedules, contribute to the clinical variability seen in ADHD. By examining both behavioral and biological factors, the study seeks to personalize treatment approaches based on individual sleep patterns and ADHD symptoms. Participants will be monitored using actigraphy to gather data on their sleep behaviors.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children and adolescents diagnosed with ADHD who experience sleep disturbances.
Not a fit: Patients without a diagnosis of ADHD or those who do not experience sleep-related issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective, personalized treatment strategies for individuals with ADHD, improving their overall quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the impact of sleep on ADHD, but this specific focus on circadian rhythms is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
DURHAM, UNITED STATES
- DUKE UNIVERSITY — DURHAM, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: LUNSFORD-AVERY, JESSICA RUTH — DUKE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: LUNSFORD-AVERY, JESSICA RUTH
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.
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