New online therapy aims to help exhausted dementia caregivers get better sleep
NCT ID NCT04632628
First seen Jun 15, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study is testing a web-based version of cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) in 60 dementia caregivers who have chronic insomnia. The program includes four online sessions covering sleep hygiene, relaxation, and changing unhelpful thoughts about sleep. Researchers want to see if this convenient, at-home approach can improve sleep, mood, and overall health for caregivers.
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What this could mean
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Active substance
Web-based cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide an accessible, at-home treatment to help dementia caregivers sleep better and improve their mood and quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to all caregivers. The web-based format may not work as well as in-person therapy for some people.
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