A good Night's sleep: could a simple program ease Cancer's toll on rest?

NCT ID NCT06571305

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Miami Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 14, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Summary

This study explores whether a brief behavioral program can help cancer patients and their sleep partners get better rest. The program teaches techniques like limiting time in bed and going to bed only when sleepy, aiming to improve sleep efficiency. Participants, who are couples facing cancer, will be guided through the program over four weeks, and researchers will measure changes in sleep quality and related symptoms.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Brief Behavioral Treatment for Insomnia (BBTI), a behavioral intervention focusing on sleep restriction and stimulus control
What this could lead to: If successful, this could offer a practical, non-drug way to improve sleep and quality of life for cancer patients and their partners.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study, so results may not apply broadly. The intervention requires commitment to changing sleep habits, and benefits may vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cancer neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CANCER

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Miami
RECRUITING

Coral Gables, Florida, 33146, United States

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