Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 30 to 59

CBT-I for insomnia in physically active adults

Official title: Effects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) in Physically Active Participants With Insomnia Complaints: a Randomized Clinical Trial

Run by Federal University of Jatai · NCT07607444 · Data updated 2026-11-12

A 6-week program of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia is being tested to see if it can help people who exercise regularly and have bothersome insomnia.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages30 Years to 59 Years
SexAll
Enrollment50 (estimated)
SponsorFederal University of Jatai
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Jatai, Goiás)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJuly 1, 2026
Main results expectedDecember 1, 2027
Study endsDecember 30, 2029
Registry record updatedSeptember 2, 2026
Trial IDNCT07607444 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults 30-59 who exercise at least 150 minutes per week and have insomnia symptoms for at least three months with an ISI greater than 15.

Probably not a fit

Individuals whose insomnia is primarily due to non-behavioral causes or who do not engage in regular exercise may not experience benefit.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This randomized trial compares CBT-I to no treatment in physically active adults aged 30-59 with insomnia symptoms. Participants are randomly assigned to receive six weeks of CBT-I or no intervention, with outcome data collected in a confidential setting in Jataí, Goiás, Brazil. The study uses a 1:1 allocation and follows CONSORT guidelines for nonpharmacologic trials. Insomnia severity and related daytime impairment are the focus, with a sample size based on an 80% power and a 5% significance level.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, CBT-I could reduce insomnia symptoms and improve daytime functioning for physically active adults.

How similar studies have gone: Previous nonpharmacologic insomnia interventions have shown benefits, but results can vary with populations and activity levels.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria:

* Age range between 30-59 years;
* Practice regular physical exercise for over 150 minutes per week;
* Complaints of insomnia (difficulty initiating and/or maintaining sleep and/or early awakening) more than three times a week, for at least three months, associated with complaints of daytime impairments (occupational, academic or social) related to insomnia;
* Insomnia severity index greater than fifteen (\>15).

Exclusion criteria:

* Shift workers;
* Evidence that insomnia is associated with restless legs syndrome;
* Evidence that insomnia is associated with medication side effects;
* Evidence that insomnia is associated with signs or symptoms of mental disorders;
* Abusive use of alcohol or illicit psychoactive substances.

Where it's running

  • Tamara R. L. Zanuzzi
    Jatai, Goiás, Brazil
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Giselle S Passos, PhD — Federal University of Jatai
  • Study coordinator: Giselle Soares Passos, PhD
  • Email: passosgs@ufg.br
  • Phone: +556436068304

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How to take part

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  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
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Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.