SDSSouth Dakota State University · Psychology
The Sleep and Binge Lab
Leah A Irish · Brookings, South Dakota
Research Focus
Dr. Leah A. Irish's lab at North Dakota State University focuses on understanding the relationship between sleep patterns and binge eating behavior. The research investigates how disruptions in sleep can influence negative emotions and eating disorders, aiming to uncover daily patterns that may identify individuals at risk for binge eating. This work is crucial in developing better treatment strategies for people struggling with these issues by integrating sleep improvement into treatment plans.
binge eatingsleep patternsnegative affecteating disordershealthinterventioncircadian rhythmsnappinglongitudinal studies
Research Aims
5AIM 01Investigate 24-hour sleep patterns in individuals with binge eating behavior.
AIM 02Identify links between sleep disturbances and binge eating.
AIM 03Examine the role of negative affect in eating behaviors.
AIM 04Explore the impact of napping on binge eating patterns.
AIM 05Develop strategies for incorporating sleep into eating disorder treatment.
Skills the Lab Values
remote clinical screeningwrist actigraphyecological momentary assessmentdata collection and analysissleep pattern analysisbehavioral assessmentintervention strategiespsychological assessment
Output against the department
Publications124bottom 40% of dept.177th of 296
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Citations2.8kbottom 27% of dept.217th of 296
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