Blue-blocking glasses for sleep problems in teens
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests if blue-blocking glasses can help teenagers with sleep problems like insomnia or delayed sleep phase, which are linked to mental health conditions. You would wear the glasses in the evening for a short period to see if they improve your sleep.
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Who can take part
- Aged 12 to 18 years
- Currently receiving mental health care at one of the two participating hospitals in Norway
- Have insomnia or delayed sleep phase disorder along with other mental health symptoms
- Able to give written consent (and have parent or carer consent if under 16)
- Can stop using melatonin or blue-blocking glasses for at least 3 days before starting
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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