Drug-Free sleep fix? brief therapy shows promise for chronic insomnia in older adults
NCT ID NCT06073990
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a four-week program called Brief Behavioral Treatment for Insomnia (BBTi) can help middle-aged and older adults with chronic insomnia sleep better and feel less stressed. The program includes sleep education, relaxation techniques, and personalized coaching via phone and in-person visits. Researchers will measure changes in insomnia severity, sleep quality, anxiety, depression, and stress levels in 80 participants.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Brief Behavioral Treatment for Insomnia (BBTi)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to improve sleep and lower stress in older adults with chronic insomnia.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 80 participants and no control group, so results may not be widely applicable. The therapy requires active participation and may not work for everyone.
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Conditions
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National Cheng Kung University Hospital, College of Medicine, National Cheng Kung University
Tainan, Taiwan, 704, Taiwan