Improving sleep in teenagers using light and behavioral techniques
Passive Phototherapy to Improve Sleep in Teens
This study is testing if using special lighting and therapy can help teenagers aged 14-18 get more sleep and feel better overall.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 160 (estimated) |
| Ages | 14 Years to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | VA Palo Alto Health Care System Federal |
| Locations | 1 site (Stanford, California) |
| Trial ID | NCT05808179 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a combination of a novel lighting intervention and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to increase total sleep time in adolescents aged 14-18. Participants will be full-time students who can adjust their bedtime to an earlier hour and will be monitored for changes in sleep duration, mood, and cognitive performance. The study will assess whether these interventions can lead to sustained improvements in sleep patterns over time.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adolescents aged 14-18 who are full-time students and can commit to an earlier bedtime.
Not a fit: Patients currently taking medications for sleep disorders or those who sleep only in a prone position may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance sleep quality and overall well-being in adolescents.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar interventions targeting sleep improvement in adolescents.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Aged 14-18 and a full-time student in grades 9-12 2. Male or female 3. Willing and with a schedule permitting them to go to bed at an earlier time 4. Planning on sleeping at home in their bedroom for at least 75% of the study Exclusion Criteria: 1. Currently taking any medications (including over-the-counter medications, e.g., melatonin) specifically for the treatment of sleep disorders 2. Sleep only in the prone (face-down) position
Where this trial is running
Stanford, California
- Stanford University — Stanford, California, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Jamie Zeitzer, PhD
- Email: jzeitzer@stanford.edu
- Phone: 6504935000
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.