Juvenile Justice Sleep Study - Parents or Caregivers of Adolescents ages 13-17

STUDY BASICS

Are you the parent or caregiver of an adolescent that is currently involved in the juvenile justice system? You and your child may be eligible to participate in a research study to learn about the sleep of adolescents involved in the juvenile justice system, and to understand how we can implement strategies for improving sleep in various system settings. Compensation is provided.

STUDY PURPOSE

The purpose of the study is to learn about the sleep of adolescents involved in the juvenile justice system. We also want to learn about their experiences with sleep treatment while in the system and how we could deliver a sleep program in various juvenile justice system settings.

COULD THIS STUDY BE RIGHT FOR YOU?

• Parent/Caregiver of an adolescent age 13-17
• Your child is currently involved in the juvenile justice system
• Your child is willing/able to participate in the study

WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT

Teen:

• Consent - about 15 minutes - A brief discussion with a study staff member to review the details of the study and formally agree to participate.
• Survey - about 30-60 minutes - Participants will complete a survey by reporting on various aspects of their sleep, health, and functioning.
• Sleep Tracking - 10 days - Participants will complete a daily sleep diary online. Some participants will be asked to wear an activity monitor called an Actiwatch.
• Interview - about 45 minutes - You may be asked to complete a short interview with study staff about sleep and mental health

Parent/caregiver (optional):  Participation would include completion of multiple surveys about your child’s sleep, schoolwork, moods, behavior, relationships, as well as personal information about you including your race, gender, employment, salary, and access to health care.