July 6, 2026 · Hormone research in paediatrics · DOI: 10.1159/000553441

Sleep Health and Barriers in Adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes, a Mixed Methods Study

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This study investigates sleep patterns and barriers to sleep in adolescents with type 1 diabetes (T1D) to understand how these factors impact their overall health. The findings reveal that over half of the participants do not meet recommended sleep duration, with school demands and diabetes-related issues identified as significant barriers. The authors suggest the need for routine sleep assessments and tailored interventions to improve sleep health in this population.

Erin C Cobry, Emily Fivekiller, Laura Pyle, Lisa J Meltzer, Sarah S Jaser, Kasserine Taylor, Cristy Geno Rasmussen, Bennett Stewart, R Paul Wadwa

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