Improving sleep and reducing obesity in African American adults
Social Determinants of Sleep and Obesity: Culturally Informing a Sleep Extension Intervention for African American Adults
This study is testing a new sleep program for African American adults to see if it can help them sleep better and lose weight, reducing their risk of serious health issues.
Quick facts
| Phase | Early Phase 1 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 90 (estimated) |
| Ages | 21 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Minnesota Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Minneapolis, Minnesota) |
| Trial ID | NCT05698693 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This research focuses on African American adults who experience insufficient sleep and higher rates of obesity. It aims to adapt a sleep intervention specifically for this population, utilizing a multi-method approach to address the public health issue of sleep-related health disparities. Participants will be engaged in a sleep intervention designed to improve their sleep quality and duration, while also addressing physical inactivity. The study seeks to reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as obesity and cancer among African Americans.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are African American adults aged 21 to 65 who are overweight or obese, do not meet physical activity guidelines, and report sleeping less than 6 hours on average.
Not a fit: Patients with significant organ-related disorders or those who are pregnant or have an infant under one year old may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve sleep quality and reduce obesity-related health disparities in African American adults.
How similar studies have performed: While there is emerging evidence linking sleep quality to obesity and chronic diseases, this specific approach targeting African American adults is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Not meeting Physical Activity Guidelines * age range: 21 to 65 years * body mass index range: 25.0 to 40 kg/m2 * average self-reported habitual sleep duration of ≤6 hours * self-identify as Black or African American. Exclusion Criteria: * Self-reported organ-related disorder (COPD, cardiac arrhythmia, gastro-esophageal disorder) * pregnant or less than 4 months postpartum * infant living in household less than 1 year old
Where this trial is running
Minneapolis, Minnesota
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ivan Wu — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Ivan Wu, PhD
- Email: wuivan@umn.edu
- Phone: 612-624-2254
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.