Light therapy for better sleep in young children
This study looks at whether adjusting a child's light exposure during the day can help them fall asleep earlier at night. It tests if changing the timing of light (like morning or afternoon) improves bedtime and restfulness.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be 5 to 6 years old (5.0–6.9 years).
- Your child has trouble falling asleep at least 3 nights per week, typically taking 60 minutes or more past the desired bedtime.
- One parent must take part in the study too.
- Your child must not have any other sleep disorders (beyond insomnia or delayed sleep phase), developmental delays, or certain medical conditions like epilepsy, diabetes, or recent head injury.
- Your child must not be taking any medications that affect sleep or light sensitivity.
- Your child must not be color blind or have other eye problems (glasses are okay).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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