Online Sleep Education for College Student's Sleep Health and Executive Functioning

BEHAVIORAL

Psychoeducational Sleep Intervention

The present study uses a 30-to 45-minute psychoeducational sleep lecture that is tailored to college students. The lecture reviews topics such as sleep information, trends among college students, and consequences of poor sleep (e.g., on psychosocial, cognitive, and academic functioning). The lecture also includes information about sleep hygiene and stimulus control instructions to provide students with resources for implementing adaptive sleep hygiene behaviors that promote better sleep and functioning. This intervention will be embedded within the pre-intervention survey packet for participants who are randomly assigned to the intervention arm. Participants assigned to the no intervention arm will be granted access to the intervention at the conclusion of the post-intervention survey packet.

Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index

Time frame: This will be administered at enrollment (pre-intervention), and again in 6-weeks (post-intervention)

This is a 19-item self-report questionnaire used to assess sleep quality, sleep onset latency, total duration, sleep efficiency, sleep disturbances, use of sleep medications, and daytime dysfunction.

Barkely Deficits in Executive Functioning-Short Form

Time frame: This will be administered at enrollment (pre-intervention), and again in 6-weeks (post-intervention)

This is a 20-item self-report questionnaire that measures deficits in time management, organization, problem solving, self-restraint, self-motivation, and emotion regulation.

Sleep Health Literacy Scale

Time frame: This will be administered at enrollment (pre-intervention), and again in 6-weeks (post-intervention)

This is a 61-item self-report questionnaire used to measure sleep health communication and sleep health knowledge.

What is a clinical trial?

A clinical trial is a research study that tests new medical treatments, drugs, devices, or procedures to determine their safety and effectiveness. Trials are carefully designed and monitored to protect participants while advancing medical knowledge.

Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. Trials must be reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals throughout the study. You can withdraw at any time if you choose.

Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time, travel expenses, and inconvenience. The specific compensation varies by study and will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is typically provided at no cost to participants.

Will I receive a placebo instead of treatment?

When effective treatment exists, participants typically receive either the standard treatment plus the study intervention, or the standard treatment plus placebo. You would not be denied effective care. Placebos are primarily used when no proven treatment is available, or in addition to standard care. Your trial consent form will clearly explain what treatments you may receive.

Can I leave a trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation in clinical trials is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty or loss of benefits to which you are otherwise entitled.

How long does a clinical trial last?

Trial duration varies widely depending on the study design and purpose. Some trials last just a few weeks, while others may continue for months or years. The study coordinator will provide specific timeline information during your screening call.