Circadian Regulation of Sleep in Habitual Short Sleepers and Long Sleepers (NCT00001546) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Circadian Regulation of Sleep in Habitual Short Sleepers and Long Sleepers
United States38 participantsStarted 1996-05
Plain-language summary
Routine sleep duration varies greatly among individuals. The biological meaning of this variation is unknown.
The term circadian rhythm refers to the biological clock that regulates the timing of falling asleep, waking up, and secretion of hormones, like melatonin. Melatonin is secreted at night. Previous studies have shown that melatonin may play a role in the regulation of sleep.
The purpose of this study is to learn whether the duration of nighttime (nocturnal) melatonin secretion is longer in people with long regular sleep duration than people with short sleep duration.
Researchers will compare levels of melatonin and cortisol, body temperature, sleepiness, and sleep in two extreme groups. Group one will be made up of people with short sleep duration lasting less than 6 hours. Group two will be made up of people with long sleep duration lasting more than 9 hours.
Who can participate
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Sleep greater than or equal to 9 hours almost every night.
Sleep less than or equal to 6 hours almost every night.
Between ages 20-30.
No medications, history of psychiatric illness, history of head injury.
No sleep disturbances.
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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
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