Melatonin for sleep problems in children with PTSD
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a slow-release form of melatonin (a natural sleep hormone) helps children and teens with PTSD sleep better. If your child's sleep hasn't improved with good sleep habits, this medicine might be worth trying.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 2 and 17.5 years old and has post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
- Sleep problems like trouble falling asleep, waking up too early, or nightmares have lasted at least 3 months.
- Sleep hygiene (like a regular bedtime routine) has been tried for at least 4 weeks without enough help.
- Your child has not taken melatonin in the last 2 weeks.
- No new talk therapy for sleep or mood started in the last 6 weeks.
- You and your child must agree to join the study and give written permission.
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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