Research Symposium

BIO

My name is Summer Chapman; I am a second year at FSU one a pre-medical track. I am passionate about mental health, reducing violence, and community service. I enjoy learning about human behavior and interaction as well as chemistry. I spend my free time with my friends going to new places and volunteering at a local animal shelter.

Sleep characteristics of youth who experience internalizing disorders and current suicidal ideation

Abstract

This study uses secondary data analysis for the purpose of this study exploring sleep characteristics of youth at-risk for suicidal ideation. We referenced previous literature while analyzing data from Dr. Buitron’s previous study. We found among this at-risk sample, they experienced sleep dysregulation and a common feeling of experiencing “too little” sleep. We concluded that targeting sleep variability in treatment may provide additional support to promote emotional regulation.

Keywords: Suicidal ideation, sleep , mental health