New sleep program aims to help exhausted caregivers rest better

NCT ID NCT07513246

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: Case Western Reserve University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This pilot study tests a tailored sleep health program for family caregivers who live with and assist a loved one with chronic health conditions. The program combines cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and caregiving guidance to improve sleep regularity, timing, efficiency, and satisfaction. Researchers will enroll 31 caregivers to see if the intervention is feasible and effective.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and caregiving guidance
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a practical way to improve sleep and reduce stress for family caregivers.
What could go wrong: This is a very small pilot study with only 31 participants, so results may not apply to all caregivers. The intervention is time-intensive and may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

sleep disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

FAMILY CAREGIVERS SLEEP

Contacts and locations

Locations

Case Western Reserve University

Cleveland, Ohio, 44106, United States

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