Study details
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Project REST: Regulation of Eating and Sleep Topography
University of Pittsburgh
NCT IDNCT04057716ClinicalTrials.gov data as of Apr 2026
Target enrollment
120
Study length
about 6.8 years
Ages
8–12
Locations
2 sites in PA, RI
About this study
This trial is testing whether extending or restricting sleep affects how children manage their eating habits and the brain's response to food. The goal is to understand better how sleep influences eating behavior in children with overweight/obesity, which can help develop strategies to prevent weight gain.
Based on ClinicalTrials.gov records.
What participants do
- 1.Participate in Sleep extension
- 2.Participate in Sleep restriction
Primary goalChange in Weight Status
Participation effort
Estimated from trial records. Details can vary by site.
Time + visits
Low8%
Logistics
Moderate50%
Logistics difficulty varies by site location and availability.
Trial highlights
Treatment details
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Endpoints
Primary: Change in Weight Status