CREST Study

Cortisol Rhythms and the Examination of Sleep Troubles Study. The research study is being conducted to evaluate whether individuals with insomnia (compared to individuals without insomnia) exhibit abnormalities in cortisol during the 24-hour day. You may participate in this research study if you have insomnia (persistent trouble sleeping at night) OR if you are a self-identified as a good sleeper (no difficulty falling or staying asleep).

Recruitment for this study to begin Fall 2021.

Single Session CBT-I Study

The focus of the present project is to assess the efficacy of an abbreviated form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (i.e., a single-session version of CBT-I) that is delivered by behavioral health consultants (BHC) in an integrated primary care setting. We will recruit up to 80 primary care patients with self-reported acute insomnia (difficulty with falling or staying asleep) to participate in a randomized controlled trial of a single session version of CBT-I.

Recruitment for this study is ongoing through the Pat Walker Health Center

Mobile Intervention for Insomnia Study

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a mobile intervention for insomnia. Participation in this study will help us better understand app-based therapies for insomnia and the potential for their use on college campuses.

Recruitment for this study is currently ongoing.

Peer Mentoring Study

The purpose of this study is to examine the effectiveness of a brief, one on one peer-based mentoring system. The results of this study will help inform and influence the development of a peer-to-peer program here at the University of Arkansas.

Recruitment for this study is currently ongoing.

PERLS Study

Psychoendocrine Response to a Laboratory Stressor Study. The research study is being conducted in University of Arkansas undergraduate students to evaluate whether individuals with insomnia (compared to those without insomnia) exhibit abnormalities in cortisol and immune functioning in response to a standard laboratory task.

Recruitment for this study will begin in Spring 2022 via the online SONA System.

Social Distancing Study

Evaluating the impact of social distancing on mood. The study will be completed completely online from any computer or mobile device. The study will consist of a 30-min baseline survey, followed by twice daily brief surveys (less than 15 minutes) in the morning and evening for two weeks. The study will consist of answering various questions about, for example, your social distancing practices, mood, sleep, and physical activity. You will also be asked to provide basic demographic information

DATA COLLECTION FOR THIS STUDY IS NOW COMPLETE.