Owaves App for Sleep Schedule Preferences

(Not Required Trial)

This trial tests whether the Owaves app can improve well-being by aligning daily activities with natural sleep and alertness patterns. The research focuses on undergraduate students at UC San Diego to determine if the app's recommendations over seven weeks can boost productivity and overall flourishing. Participants will either use the app or join a control group that does not use it. UCSD undergraduates with an iPhone or iPad and access to online surveys may be suitable for this study. As an unphased trial, this study offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative research that could enhance student life and well-being.

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.

Research has shown that using the Owaves app, which helps plan the day around the natural body clock, is generally safe. Doctors designed this app to help organize daily activities according to natural sleep and wake cycles. Although limited information exists on potential risks, one concern with sleep-tracking apps is the possibility of inaccurate data, particularly for individuals with sleep issues. This could lead to unnecessary worry about sleep. However, the app itself is not known to have harmful effects. It is important to use the app to better understand personal patterns and not as a substitute for professional medical advice.¹²³⁴⁵

Researchers are excited about the Owaves App for managing sleep schedules because it offers a personalized approach to improving sleep habits, unlike traditional sleep aids like medications or generic sleep hygiene advice. The app is designed to help users align their daily activities with natural circadian rhythms, potentially enhancing overall sleep quality and daytime alertness. This digital and interactive method provides users with real-time feedback and suggestions, making it a modern and engaging alternative to more passive treatment options.

Research shows that aligning daily activities with the natural body clock can enhance well-being and productivity. The Owaves App assists in planning the day, including sleep, exercise, and meals. Although past studies on sleep apps found no significant difference in sleep quality between users and non-users, those studies did not focus on real-time tracking or personalized advice. In this trial, participants in the intervention group will use the Owaves App, which actively supports users based on their body's natural rhythms. This approach may lead to improved daily well-being by following the app's guidance. However, data collection continues to confirm the app's effectiveness in enhancing well-being by aligning with the body clock.⁵⁶⁷⁸⁹