University of Kentucky · Social ScienceAppalachian Sleep Health Lab
Mairead Moloney · Lexington, Kentucky
Research Focus
Dr. Mairead Moloney's lab at the University of Kentucky focuses on understanding sleep issues in rural Appalachian communities. She investigates how various social and economic factors impact sleep health and overall well-being in these populations. By studying adults in areas with high rates of sleep deficiency, the lab aims to identify the root causes of poor sleep and its relationship with serious health problems.
sleep healthrural healthAppalachian populationhealth disparitiesmixed methods research
Research Aims
3AIM 01Investigate social and economic factors affecting sleep deficiencies in Appalachian adults.
AIM 02Examine the relationship between sleep quality and health outcomes over time.
AIM 03Assess how daytime distress influences sleep patterns and health in individuals.
Skills the Lab Values
qualitative interviewsdata collectionstatistical analysislongitudinal study designcommunity engagement
Output against the department
Publications64bottom 25% of dept.58th of 77
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Citations917bottom 18% of dept.63rd of 77
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