Understanding Depression and Sleep in Teens

Mechanisms of Depression and Anhedonia in Adolescents: Linking Sleep to Reward- and Stress-Related Brain Function

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Depression in Adolescence
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
14 – 18
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Basic Science
Participants needed
150 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Oregon · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adolescents aged 14-18 who are currently in high school. Participants will help researchers learn about the relationship between sleep, stress, and depression.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 14 and 18 years old.
  • I am currently in high school.
  • I sleep less than 7 hours during the week and go to bed after 10:30 PM.
  • I have experienced at least 2 stressful life events.
  • I have moderate to severe depressive symptoms.
  • I speak English fluently.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have a current alcohol or substance use disorder.
  • I have been diagnosed with narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia.
  • I have had a diagnosis of bipolar disorder or schizophrenia.
  • I have a serious medical condition like a neurological disorder or heart failure.
  • I have something in my body that is not safe for an MRI.
  • I have eye disease, epilepsy, or take certain medications that are not allowed.
  • I am using melatonin and cannot stop during the study.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial

This research will use biobehavioral approaches to generate understanding about the linkages between sleep duration and timing, stressful life events, and depressive symptoms in adolescents, with a long-term aim of developing effective preventative interventions.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. 14-18 years of age 2. Currently in high school 3. short and late sleep (weekday sleep duration ≤ 7 h and bedtime ≥ 22:30 (10:30 pm); n=100) or long and early sleep (weekday sleep duration \> 7 hours and bedtime ≤ 22:30 (10:30 pm); n=50), indexed by the Munich Chronotype Quest…
Contacts

Amanda Johnson

541-346-4107

anj@uoregon.edu

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