Sleep health

Clinical Trials • Published more than a year ago

Improving Sleep in 12- to 30-Year-Olds with Down Syndrome

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 surveys Participating in a focus group at the end of the study Who Can Participate? Individuals aged 12 to 30 years old with a diagnosis of Down syndrome who experience sleep difficulties. Compensation Participants and caregivers can earn up to $400 for completing assessments and an additional $100 for participating in the focus group. Flyer available here. To sign up to study, complete this brief screening survey. If you or someone you know may be interested reach out to Dr. Caroline G. Richter at carolinerichter@uab.edu or (205) 934-9897.