Pathophysiology of Circadian Rhythm Delayed Sleep Wake Phase Disorder

Description

The goal of this study is to understand factors that contribute to delayed sleep wake phase disorder (DSWPD). The investigators will examine whether patients with DSWPD exhibit alterations in circadian rhythms and sensitivity to light compared to healthy controls. The investigators will also test a new method of predicting circadian rhythms form a blood sample.

Conditions

Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome, Delayed Sleep Phase

Study Overview

Study Details

Study overview

The goal of this study is to understand factors that contribute to delayed sleep wake phase disorder (DSWPD). The investigators will examine whether patients with DSWPD exhibit alterations in circadian rhythms and sensitivity to light compared to healthy controls. The investigators will also test a new method of predicting circadian rhythms form a blood sample.

Pathophysiology of Circadian Rhythm Delayed Sleep Wake Phase Disorder

Pathophysiology of Circadian Rhythm Delayed Sleep Wake Phase Disorder

Condition
Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome
Intervention / Treatment

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Contacts and Locations

Boulder

University of Colorado, Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80303

Chicago

Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60611

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

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Eligibility Criteria

  • * Delayed sleep wake phase disorder diagnosis
  • * Altitude history: currently residing at Denver altitude or higher
  • * BMI normal to moderately overweight
  • * Recent medical condition
  • * Psychiatric disorder
  • * Sleep disorder
  • * Medication use

Ages Eligible for Study

16 Years to 30 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Collaborators and Investigators

University of Colorado, Boulder,

Kenneth Wright, PhD, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, University of Colorado, Boulder

Study Record Dates

2028-07