Can a shorter insomnia therapy boost both sleep and brainpower?
NCT ID NCT06600516
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a modified version of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTi) to see if it can improve sleep and thinking in adults with insomnia. About 37 participants will receive the therapy and be monitored for changes in sleep quality and cognitive function. The goal is to find the simplest effective treatment to make CBTi easier to access and use.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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37 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Sep 2024
- Expected to finish
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Jun 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * At least 18 years of age; * Seeking treatment for an insomnia complaint, assessed by self-report; * Probable insomnia disorder, assessed by the SCI, total score ≤ 16; * Stable on any prescribed, non-sedating medications (≥ 1 month), assessed by self-report and structured clinical interview; * Access to an Apple iPhone or iPad (iOS needed for daily sleep diaries app) Exclusion Criteria: * Inability to speak and read English; * Moderate to severe brain damage/cognitive impairment, assessed by the MoCA. total score \< 18; * Inability to follow research protocol (e.g., cannot attend weekly therapy sessions, no-show for appointments, consistent failure to complete assessments, unwillingness to do home sleep study); * Refraining from participation in other behavioral health treatment or medication(s) during participation (unless prescribed/referred by provider); * High risk for suicide within the past 3 months, assessed by C-SSRS * Diagnosed with a serious mental illness (i.e., psychotic disorder, bipolar disorder); * Current pregnancy, assessed by self-report, because sleep disturbances due to pregnancy may be the result of different processes; * Other untreated sleep disorders (e.g., sleep apnea), assessed by clinical interview. (Participants meeting criteria for a sleep disorder requiring intervention will be referred for care through the local Medical Centers or their preferred sleep disorders center.); * Residence \>30 min driving time from university campus
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Idaho State University Psychology Clinic
Pocatello, Idaho, 83201, United States
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