Using mindfulness to improve sleep health for Black women
Official title: Implementing mindfulness practice to advance sleep health equity among Black women
Funded at Yale University · NIH-10928214 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to help Black women who struggle with insomnia by trying out a new therapy that combines mindfulness and behavioral techniques to reduce stress and improve sleep, making sure it’s easy for their communities to access and benefit from.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yale University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Haven, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $499,999 |
| NIH project number | 5R18HS029812-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10928214 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Black women experiencing insomnia or sleep deficiency.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Black women or those without sleep deficiency may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing sleep deficiency, particularly insomnia, among Black women, who experience high rates of this condition. It aims to implement a mindfulness-based therapy for insomnia (MBTI), which combines mindfulness meditation with behavioral therapy to help reduce stress and improve sleep quality. The study will evaluate the effectiveness of this intervention and develop strategies to ensure it is accessible and beneficial for Black communities. By tackling the unique challenges faced by these women, the research seeks to promote health equity in sleep health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve sleep quality and overall health for Black women, reducing the risk of related health issues.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that mindfulness-based interventions can effectively improve sleep quality and reduce stress in various populations, suggesting a promising approach for this specific group.
Where this research is happening
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Yale University
New Haven, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nam, Soohyun — Yale University
- Study coordinator: Nam, Soohyun
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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.