Lifestyle Interventions for Chronic Insomnia

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

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Overseen byAlexa Kane

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: Mayo Clinic

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?The purpose of this study is to assess subjective sleep quality, diet quality, physical activity in patients with chronic insomnia before and after a brief lifestyle intervention during a traditional course of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for adults aged 18-70 with chronic insomnia, but not for those with untreated sleep disorders, cardiovascular issues limiting exercise, diabetes, pregnancy/lactation, current vegan/Mediterranean diet users, BMI ≤22, high depression scores (PHQ-8 >15), shift workers or those with circadian rhythm disorders.

Inclusion Criteria

I have been diagnosed with chronic insomnia.

I am between 18 and 70 years old.

Exclusion Criteria

I have a sleep disorder that hasn't been treated.

My heart condition prevents me from safely increasing my physical activity.

I have diabetes.

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Participant Groups

The study evaluates the effects of a lifestyle intervention on sleep quality in chronic insomnia patients. This includes physical activity and nutritional education alongside traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I).

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Physical Activity EducationExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

In addition to the traditional course of CBT-I, the PI will recommend patient to increase physical activity minutes per week. The increase in physical activity will be based on patient's current level of physical activity.

Group II: Nutritional EducationExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

In addition to the traditional course of CBT-I, the PI will provide education and materials regarding the Mediterranean Diet. Patient will be provided with the Mayo Clinic booklet on Mediterranean Diet and asked to increase their daily intake in two categories assessed by the Mini-EAT.