https://pittplusme.org/study/843
SMART Study: Sleep, Mood, and Rhythms in Teens – Ages 12-17
STUDY BASICS
Are you the parent of a 12-17 year old? Your child may be able to take part in a research study to help learn more about how sleep affects teens’ thinking and mood. Children will complete one 15-20 minute survey online or by phone, and some participants may be invited to take part in additional, optional study activities. Compensation provided.
STUDY PURPOSE
For many teens, adolescence is a time of great change in sleep patterns and other behaviors. The purpose of this study is to help researchers learn more about how the timing and duration of teens’ sleep affects their thinking and mood. The survey includes questions about your teen’s sleep, health, and school schedule.COULD THIS STUDY BE RIGHT FOR YOUR CHILD?
- Ages 12-17
WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT
Children will complete one 15-20 minute survey online or by phone. Some participants who complete this screening will be invited to take part in additional, optional study activities.IRB: PRO16100076
- Impact of sleep and circadian rhythms on the vulnerability for substance abuse in adolescents: A pilot study (For advertising and other study branding, we refer to the study as SMART SLEEP.)
MEET THE RESEARCHERS
Peter Franzen
Peter L. Franzen, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Pittsburgh. A graduate of the University of Arizona, Dr. Franzen’s research interests include the relationship of sleep and sleep disorders on emotional function.
Brant Hasler
Brant Hasler, PhD, DBSM, is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Psychology, and Clinical and Translational Science. Dr. Hasler’s research focuses on the role of sleep and circadian rhythms in regulating mood and motivation, particularly as relevant to mood disorders and substance abuse.