Self-help book for managing shift work issues
The Effect of a Self-help Book for Shift Work Related Problems - a Randomized Controlled Trial
NA · University of Bergen · NCT05633498
This study tests whether a self-help book can help people with shift work disorder sleep better and feel healthier compared to regular sleep tips.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 300 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Bergen (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Bergen, Hordaland) |
| Trial ID | NCT05633498 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of a self-help book designed to help individuals cope with shift work-related problems compared to standard sleep hygiene advice. A total of 300 participants with shift work disorder will be randomly assigned to receive either the self-help book or sleep hygiene guidance. Participants will complete questionnaires assessing their sleep quality, sleepiness, and overall health at the start and six months after the intervention. The primary goals are to determine if the book leads to greater improvements in sleep issues and overall health compared to traditional advice.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are healthcare workers experiencing symptoms of shift work disorder.
Not a fit: Patients under 18 years old will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve the quality of life for individuals suffering from shift work disorder.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been various interventions for shift work disorder, the specific use of a self-help book as a primary intervention is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Symptoms suggesting shift work disorder * Health care worker Exclusion Criteria: * Below 18 years
Where this trial is running
Bergen, Hordaland
- University of Bergen — Bergen, Hordaland, Norway (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Bjørn Bjorvatn, PhD
- Email: bjorn.bjorvatn@uib.no
- Phone: +4791140269
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Shift-work Disorder