AI-Powered sleep coach could help young cancer survivors beat insomnia

NCT ID NCT07318545

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Medstar Health Research Institute Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a new smart home system that uses artificial intelligence to deliver cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia to young adult cancer survivors. The system includes a smart speaker, smart lighting, and a special Wi-Fi router. Researchers will compare it to standard sleep education in 74 participants aged 18-42 who have had cancer and suffer from chronic insomnia. The goal is to see if the AI-driven program can improve sleep and quality of life.

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 for insomnia delivered via smart speaker, smart lighting, and Wi-Fi router
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a convenient, at-home treatment for insomnia in young cancer survivors, improving sleep and quality of life.
What could go wrong: This is a small early-stage trial with only 74 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The technology may be difficult to use or less effective than in-person therapy.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cancer insomnia neoplasm

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CANCER

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