Sleep Disturbance study: Mindfulness Meditation vs Sleep Education
Official title UCLA REST Study (REsearch on Sleep Techniques)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05576090
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to see if a group mindfulness course can improve sleep, mood and inflammation better than standard sleep education.
- Who it's for
- First‑ or second‑year undergraduate students who report poor sleep.
- What's involved
- Participants will attend weekly group sessions for six weeks, fill out questionnaires, give blood samples, and wear a wrist device that tracks sleep for a week at several time points.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about a year, with visits before and after the program, plus follow‑ups at 3, 6 and 12 months.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 22. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- First or second year undergraduate student at UCLA
- Ages 18-22 years old
- Must live in the residential halls on UCLA campus
- Must have a score of 8 or above on the Insomnia Severity Index (ISI), indicating at least sub-threshold levels of sleep disturbance.
You likely can't join if
- Current diagnosis of mood or anxiety disorder as determined by the PHQ-8 or by the GAD-7 if score \"15\" or more on either measure
- Presence of medical conditions or use of medications that may influence sleep or inflammation (e.g., autoimmune disorder)
- Previous or current formal instruction in mindfulness meditation (e.g., MAPs, MBSR) or current sleep education program
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Los Angeles, California, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 22 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Los Angeles, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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