Sleep therapy during pregnancy may ward off postpartum depression

NCT ID NCT05596318

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 33 times

Summary

This study compares two online sleep programs for pregnant people with insomnia to see if one can prevent depression after childbirth. About 456 participants will receive either digital cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia or basic sleep hygiene education over six weeks. Researchers will track their mental health through surveys and interviews until one year after the baby is born.

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Locations

  • University of California, San Francisco

    San Francisco, California, 94118, United States

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