ACT Guide for Insomnia
Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)
Age: 18+
Sex: Any
Travel: May Be Covered
Time Reimbursement: Varies
Trial Phase: Academic
Recruiting
Sponsor: Utah State University
Must not be taking: Sleep medications
Disqualifiers: Other sleep disorders, Therapy, others
No Placebo Group
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?College students experience higher rates of insomnia compared the general population, and accessibility and availability for the appropriate intervention is difficult due limited resources available to them in a college environment. Theorefore, it is vital to offer an intervention that can be just as effective yet more accessible than other available treatments targeting insomnia. That is why this study will investigate the efficacy and feasibility of an online ACT intervention for insomnia among college students. Specifically, Is an online ACT for college students effective in treating insomnia? And, is an online ACT for college students feasible and acceptable in treating insomnia? Participants will be randomized into one of two conditions: waitlist or online ACT guide. Participants will receive questionnaires at baseline, post-treatment (4 weeks), and 1-month follow up.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial requires that participants are not currently taking medications to treat insomnia or other sleep-inducing medications.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment ACT Guide for Insomnia?
Research shows that Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for insomnia can be as effective as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which is a well-known treatment for sleep problems. Studies suggest that ACT may help people stick with their treatment better, which can lead to improved sleep.
12345Is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Insomnia safe for humans?
The research articles reviewed do not specifically mention any safety concerns related to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Insomnia, suggesting it is generally considered safe for humans.
12346How is the ACT Guide for Insomnia treatment different from other insomnia treatments?
The ACT Guide for Insomnia is unique because it focuses on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), which emphasizes accepting thoughts and feelings rather than trying to change them, and committing to actions aligned with personal values. This approach is different from cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which typically focuses on changing negative thoughts and behaviors related to sleep.
12345Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for college students over 18 in the US, enrolled in a 2- or 4-year program, who have insomnia but no other sleep disorders. They must speak English, have internet access, and be seeking treatment for insomnia. Students already receiving therapy for emotional disorders or taking sleep medications are excluded.Inclusion Criteria
I have been diagnosed with acute insomnia.
I am actively seeking treatment.
Currently residing in the US
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Exclusion Criteria
I have a sleep disorder that is not insomnia.
I am currently in therapy for anxiety, depression, or insomnia.
I am taking medication for insomnia.
Trial Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
2-4 weeks
Treatment
Participants receive the online ACT intervention for insomnia, with access to Module 1 from week 1 and Module 2 from week 3
4 weeks
Online access to modules
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for effectiveness of the intervention with questionnaires at 1-month follow-up
4 weeks
Participant Groups
The study tests an online Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) intervention to see if it's effective and practical for treating insomnia in college students. Participants will either wait or use the ACT Guide for Insomnia and complete questionnaires at different stages.
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: ACT Guide for InsomniaExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants will complete 2 modules of an online Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Guide designed to focus on insomnia among college students. Module 1 will be available to participants at the start of week 1 and throughout the course of the study. Module 2 will become available at the start of week 3 and participants will have access throughout the study
Group II: WaitlistActive Control1 Intervention
Participants randomized into the waitlist condition will not have access to the ACT Guide for Insomnia until the conclusion of their time in the study (8 weeks after randomization).
Find a Clinic Near You
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Utah State UniversityLogan, UT
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Utah State UniversityLead Sponsor
References
A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Versus Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Insomnia. [2023]To compare the effectiveness of protocols for acceptance and commitment therapy for insomnia (ACT-I) and cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) in adults.
Comparison of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) for Chronic Insomnia: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. [2023]Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is part of the third wave of cognitive behavior therapy, and has six core components: acceptance, cognitive defusion, self as context, being present, values, and committed behavior. This study aimed to examine the efficacy of ACT for insomnia compared with cognitive behavior therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) in patients with chronic primary insomnia.
Acceptance and commitment therapy-based behavioral intervention for insomnia: a pilot randomized controlled trial. [2021]To evaluate a protocol for acceptance and commitment therapy-based behavioral intervention for insomnia (ACT-BBI-I) in adults compared to cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I).
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as an Adjunct or Alternative Treatment to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia. [2023]Although cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) is an effective treatment of insomnia, difficulties exist with adherence to recommendations and premature discontinuation of treatment does occur. The current article aims to review existing research on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)-based interventions, demonstrate differences and similarities between ACT for insomnia and CBT-I, and describe treatment components and mechanisms of ACT that can be used to treat insomnia disorder.
Novel treatment based on acceptance and commitment therapy versus cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia: A randomized comparative effectiveness trial in women veterans. [2023]This randomized comparative effectiveness trial evaluated a novel insomnia treatment using acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) among women veterans. Participants received either the acceptance and the behavioral changes to treat insomnia (ABC-I) or cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I). The primary objectives were to determine whether ABC-I was noninferior to CBT-I in improving sleep and to test whether ABC-I resulted in higher treatment completion and adherence versus CBT-I.
"Sign Me Up, I'm Ready!": Helping Patients Prescribed Sleeping Medication Engage with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). [2021]Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) provides safe and effective insomnia care without the risk of harm associated with sleeping medications. Unfortunately, few patients with insomnia engage with CBT-I, with most using sedative hypnotics instead. This study conducted focus groups with patients with insomnia who were treated with sleeping medication, including older adults, women, and patients with chronic pain. The goal was to explore the perspectives of high-risk, CBT-I naïve patients on increasing access and engagement with CBT-I.