Improving sleep in veterans with PTSD through brief behavioral treatment
Brief Behavioral Treatment for Insomnia in Veterans with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · VETERANS AFFAIRS MED CTR SAN FRANCISCO · NIH-11191405
This study is looking at a short treatment to help veterans with PTSD sleep better, using video and phone sessions, and it will compare how well this treatment works against a relaxation training program.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | VETERANS AFFAIRS MED CTR SAN FRANCISCO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11191405 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates a brief behavioral treatment for insomnia specifically designed for veterans suffering from Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Participants will engage in a combination of video and telephone sessions aimed at improving their sleep and overall psychosocial functioning. The study will assess the effectiveness of this treatment by measuring changes in insomnia severity and psychosocial outcomes over time. Veterans will be randomly assigned to receive either the insomnia treatment or a relaxation training control, allowing for a comparison of results.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans diagnosed with both Insomnia Disorder and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have insomnia or PTSD may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the quality of life for veterans by improving their sleep and reducing PTSD symptoms.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results for behavioral treatments for insomnia in similar populations, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES
- VETERANS AFFAIRS MED CTR SAN FRANCISCO — SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MAGUEN, SHIRA — VETERANS AFFAIRS MED CTR SAN FRANCISCO
- Study coordinator: MAGUEN, SHIRA
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 below.