Comparing brief and standard therapies for insomnia in veterans
Official title: A Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing Brief and Standard Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies for Insomnia in Veterans
Funded at VA San Diego Healthcare System · NIH-11091610 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at whether a shorter version of therapy for insomnia works just as well as the longer, standard version for veterans, so they can get better sleep and feel better overall.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA San Diego Healthcare System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Diego, United States) |
| Project start | November 1, 2022 |
| Project end | October 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5I01RX003840-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11091610 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are veterans experiencing chronic insomnia, particularly those who have sought care through VA primary care and mental health clinics.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have insomnia or those with severe sleep disorders requiring more intensive interventions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of two different cognitive-behavioral therapy approaches for treating insomnia in veterans. It compares a brief version of cognitive-behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) with the standard, more comprehensive version. Participants will receive either treatment and be monitored for improvements in their sleep patterns and overall well-being. The study aims to determine if a shorter therapy can be just as effective as the traditional method, making treatment more accessible for veterans.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide veterans with more effective and accessible treatment options for insomnia.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that cognitive-behavioral therapy is effective for insomnia, suggesting that this approach may yield positive results as well.
Where this research is happening
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VA San Diego Healthcare System
San Diego, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Orff, Henry John — VA San Diego Healthcare System
- Study coordinator: Orff, Henry John
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.