Description

This research project, part of the Autism Treatment Network (ATN), is testing a treatment for children, 2 to 10 years-old, who have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep.

We will ask you to:

• Attend 2 classes to learn about study procedures
• Have your child wear watches that measure activity and sleep and keep a diary of wake and sleep times
• Bring your child to the clinic for 2-3 blood draws and 5 doctor’s visits
• Fill out sleep survey forms throughout the study
• Give your child the study liquid (either treatment or placebo) daily for 3 months.

Participant Criteria

Children with ASD, 2 to 10 years-old, who have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep.

Compensation

1 hour of individualized education with a sleep educator & compensation for your time

Visit Requirements

2-3 blood draws and 5 doctor’s visits

Brochure

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Contact Information

Study Coordinator, Deb Wofford
615-936-2004
autismsleepresearch@vanderbilt.edu