Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia in people with type 2 diabetes

Effects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Not applicable Interventional Mahidol University · NCT06202742

This study tests if cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia can help people with type 2 diabetes sleep better compared to just receiving health education.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment40 (estimated)
Ages30 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
SponsorMahidol University Academic / other
Locations1 site (Bangkok)
Trial IDNCT06202742 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effects of cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI) compared to health education in patients with type 2 diabetes who experience insomnia symptoms. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either CBTI or health education for eight weeks, with outcomes measured at baseline, eight weeks, and sixteen weeks post-intervention. The primary outcome is subjective sleep quality, while secondary outcomes include various metabolic and psychological parameters. This approach aims to improve both sleep quality and diabetes management in affected individuals.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 30 to 65 with type 2 diabetes and poor sleep quality.

Not a fit: Patients with type 1 diabetes, severe medical conditions, or untreated obstructive sleep apnea may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly improve sleep quality and metabolic control in patients with type 2 diabetes and insomnia.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results using cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia in various populations, suggesting potential success in this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Type 2 diabetes mellitus age 30 to 65 years old
* Hemoglobin A1C ≥ 6.5 but ≤ 10 %
* Have poor sleep quality as assessed by Insomnia Severity Index ≥ 15
* Receive the same hypoglycemic treatments 3 months before the intervention
* If using sleep aid, the dose needs to be stable for 3 months prior to the enrollment
* Ability to use the electronic devices (computer, tablet) and assess the internet
* Willing to attend all of the 8 sessions activities

Exclusion Criteria:

* Type 1 diabetes mellitus
* Night shift work
* Insulin therapy
* Severe hypoglycemia who required hospitalization or emergency department visit in the past 6 months
* History of diabetic ketoacidosis in the past 6 months
* Medically unstable conditions eg. renal replacement therapy, liver failure, heart failure, active cancer, epilepsy, unstable cerebrovascular disease
* Psychosis, uncontrolled depression
* Untreated obstructive sleep apnea or STOP-BANG ≥ 5
* Language/communication/hearing/sight disability
* Pregnancy or lactation
* Care giver of infant
* Harmful alcohol/smoking (≥15 standard-drink in men and ≥8 standard-drink in women)

Where this trial is running

Bangkok

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Type 2 DiabetesInsomniacognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.