Improving sleep health for university students through education

Psychosocial Determinants of Sleep Health Among University Students: Implementation of a Psychoeducational Intervention

Not applicable Interventional Laval University · NCT06963996

This study is testing a program to help university students improve their sleep by teaching them about sleep habits and how stress affects sleep.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment60 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 30 Years
SexAll
SponsorLaval University Academic / other
Locations1 site (Québec, Quebec)
Trial IDNCT06963996 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of a psychoeducational intervention designed to enhance sleep health among university students. The intervention consists of three structured sessions over three weeks, focusing on sleep knowledge, behavioral strategies, and the relationship between stress and sleep. Participants will complete online questionnaires and maintain a sleep diary at various time points to assess changes in their sleep health. A process evaluation will also be conducted to gather feedback on the intervention's content and delivery.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are university students aged 18-30, enrolled at Université Laval, who may or may not have sleep difficulties.

Not a fit: Patients currently using prescription sleep medication or those with serious medical conditions or suicidal risk may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve sleep quality and overall well-being for university students.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown that psychoeducational interventions can effectively improve sleep health, suggesting this approach has potential for success.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Students registered at Université Laval (either part-time or full-time)
* Aged between 18-30 years old
* With or without any sleep difficulties

Exclusion Criteria:

* Use of prescription sleep medication
* Diagnosed medical condition (diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease, chronic pain, etc.)
* Currently with a suicidal risk

Where this trial is running

Québec, Quebec

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions PsychoeducationalPsychoeducational Waitlist Controlpsychoeducationsleepsleep hygienerandomized controlled trialwaiting listscontrol groups
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.