Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia delivered via instant messaging for stroke caregivers
Official title: The Effect of Instant Message-delivered Brief Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) in Stroke Family Caregivers: a Mixed Method Study
Run by The University of Hong Kong · NCT05952245 · Data updated 2026-05-14
This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.
This study tests if sending Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia through instant messaging can help caregivers of stroke survivors sleep better and feel less stressed.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 138 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | The University of Hong Kong Academic / other |
| Locations | 5 sites (Hong Kong and 4 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05952245 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are primary family caregivers of stroke survivors who are at least 18 years old and experience clinically significant insomnia.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who have a psychiatric diagnosis, are currently taking sleep medications, or are involved in other psychological interventions may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This trial evaluates the effectiveness of an instant message-delivered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) intervention aimed at reducing insomnia symptoms among caregivers of stroke survivors. Participants will receive personalized psychological support through messaging apps over a three-month period, while a control group will receive basic education on stroke care and sleep hygiene. The study will measure outcomes such as sleep quality, depressive symptoms, and caregiver burden using validated scales. Additionally, a qualitative study will explore participants' experiences with the intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve sleep quality and overall well-being for stroke caregivers.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that internet-delivered CBT-I can effectively reduce insomnia symptoms, indicating potential success for this innovative approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Primary family caregiver (Aged ≥18) of stroke survivor * Able to read and communicate in Chinese * Engaged caregiving roles for \> 4 hours per day; * Able to use a smartphone messaging app (e.g., WhatsApp and WeChat) * SCI ≤ 21 scores (i.e., clinically significant insomnia) Exclusion Criteria: * Has provided care for \<1 month prior to recruitment * Has a diagnosis of psychiatric disease or is currently taking psychotropic drugs * Currently taking medication to help with sleep * Currently participating in any type of psychological intervention
Where it's running
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Hong Kong PHAB Association
Hong Kong, Hong Kong Recruiting -
Hong Kong Stroke Association
Hong Kong, Hong Kong Recruiting -
NT West Community Centre
Hong Kong, Hong Kong Recruiting -
Queen Mary Hospital
Hong Kong, Hong Kong Recruiting -
The Hong Kong Society for Rehabilitation
Hong Kong, Hong Kong Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Jung Jae LEE
- Email: leejay@hku.hk
- Phone: +852 3917 6971
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.