New study aims to help seniors kick the sleeping pill habit safely
NCT ID NCT06584513
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 41 times
Summary
This study tests a patient-centred program to help adults aged 65 and older reduce their use of sleeping pills like benzodiazepines. The program includes a tapering plan, educational materials, and cognitive behavioural therapy techniques. Researchers will track whether participants can cut back on pills and improve their sleep quality over time.
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Centre Hospitalier Universitaire CHU UCL Namur
RECRUITINGYvoir, 5530, Belgium
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Department of General Internal Medicine, University Hospital Bern (Inselspital)
RECRUITINGBern, 3010, Switzerland
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Institute of Psychiatry and Neurology
RECRUITINGWarsaw, 02-957, Poland
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National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
RECRUITINGAthens, 10679, Greece
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Oslo University Hospital
RECRUITINGNydalen, 4950, Norway
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Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
RECRUITINGBarcelona, 08041, Spain
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
behavioural intervention (tapering plan, education, cognitive behavioural therapy)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a safe, effective way for older adults to stop relying on sleeping pills and improve their sleep naturally.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small study (470 people) testing a behavioural program, not a drug. Results may vary, and some participants might not be able to stop their medication.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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