Evaluating the Efficacy of Melatonin in Managing Sleep Disorders amongst Adults in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional Study
Abstract
Sleep disorders, impacting a substantial portion of the global adult population, pose significant public health challenges. In the field of sleep medicine, the hormone melatonin, known for its regulatory role in sleep and circadian rhythms, has garnered increasing interest. This study situates itself within the existing literature, notably drawing on the foundational work of Fatemeh et al. and Ferracioli-Oda et al., to explore the effectiveness of melatonin in treating sleep disorders amongst adults in Saudi Arabia. The aim is to bridge the gap in understanding how melatonin’s efficacy may vary in different cultural and geographic contexts, particularly in the Middle Eastern region.
Employing a cross-sectional study design, this research focussed on adult participants between the ages of 18 and 65 years residing in Saudi Arabia, specifically targeting those with diagnosed sleep disorders. The methodology involved administering structured questionnaires and conducting comprehensive interviews to collect the data on sleep patterns, melatonin usage, dosage, frequency and associated health outcomes. Advanced statistical techniques, including regression analysis, were utilised to analyse the data, ensuring adherence to global health standards like WHO criteria for defining and measuring sleep disorders.
The study engaged a diverse cohort of 1835 participants, encompassing a wide demographic spectrum in Saudi Arabia. The results demonstrated a clear improvement in sleep quality…
How strong is the evidence?
Evidence Hub reads this as a cross-sectional, done in people. Its evidence level is 4 of 5 (Low · observational). Observational designs can show an association but not prove cause. Reported size: 1,835 participants or records.
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