Can a sleep therapy designed for teens cure insomnia?

NCT ID NCT06541886

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

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

Summary

This study is testing a version of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) that has been adapted specifically for teenagers. The treatment includes healthy sleep habits, a consistent sleep schedule, and relaxation techniques. Researchers will compare teens who receive this therapy to those on a waitlist to see if it reduces insomnia symptoms and is acceptable to teens and their parents.

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 (CBT-I) adapted for teens
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide an effective, non-drug treatment option for teens with insomnia, improving their sleep and daily functioning.
What could go wrong: This is a small early-stage study with only 28 participants, so results may not apply to all teens. The waitlist control group may also show improvement over time, making it harder to prove the treatment's effect.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

insomnia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

INSOMNIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

Indiana University School of Medicine
RECRUITING

Indianapolis, Indiana, 46220, United States

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