We are conducting a research study at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) to adapt a virtual Mindfulness-Based Therapy for Insomnia program for individuals with Down syndrome. This study aims to improve sleep and overall quality of life.What’s Involved?8 weekly intervention sessions (1 hour via Zoom)Wearing a Fitbit to track sleep patterns (Fitbit provided)Completing online sleep and quality of life surveysParticipating in a focus group at the end of the studyWho Can Participate?Individuals aged 12 to 30 years old with a diagnosis of Down syndrome who experience sleep difficulties.CompensationParticipants and caregivers can earn up to $400 for completing assessments and an additional $100 for participating in the focus group.Flyer available here: https://uab.box.com/s/gxhs7htrb0270yrmgdv1hd4vubj1jhal To sign up to study, complete this brief screening survey: https://uab.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3HFdXpNJ96TEEDA?Q_CHL=qr If you or someone you know may be interested reach out to Dr. Caroline G. Richter at carolinerichter@uab.edu or (205) 934-9897.

Overweight/obese adolescents ages 15-17 with an iPhone or Android phone who sleep less than an average of 8 hours per night and their parent wanted for a study of the effects of sleep on adolescents’ overall health. Requires 8 visits to UAB laboratory and 3 blood draws over a 4 month period. Participants and their parent are eligible to receive a total payment of $400 ($320 for participants and $80 for their parent). For more information call 205-934-2241 or email elliottl@uab.edu.