CBT-I vs MBTI for Insomnia after Traumatic Brain Injury

CBT-I vs. MBTI for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)-Related Insomnia and Post-Traumatic Stress Symptoms

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Traumatic Brain Injury Insomnia Depression Post-traumatic Stress Sleep Memory Impairment Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Concussion, Brain Head Injury Brain Injury Traumatic Mild
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
360 (estimated)
Sponsor
Johns Hopkins University · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for people who have had a mild to moderate traumatic brain injury and are struggling with insomnia and PTSD symptoms. Participants will receive either cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia or mindfulness-based treatment through telemedicine sessions.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am a current or former member of the uniform services.
  • I have been diagnosed with traumatic brain injury.
  • More than 90 days have passed since my injury.
  • I have had insomnia for more than 90 days.
  • My insomnia severity score is above 10.
  • I can provide informed consent.
  • I am over 18 years old.
  • I have access to and can use a computer.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have a history of neurological diseases not related to my TBI.
  • I have sleep apnea with an apnea hypopnea index above 15.
  • I use a CPAP device but don't comply with usage requirements.
  • I cannot participate because I’m on unstable psychotropic medications.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
This study is a prospective two-arm, single blind randomized controlled trial design to compare the clinical effectiveness of telemedicine-delivered, 6-session, standardized cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) and mindfulness-based treatment for insomnia (MBTI) in treating insomnia symptoms and ameliorating depressive symptoms in persons with mild to moderate TBI and comorbid Post-Tr…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Current or former member of the uniform services 2. Meet the Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) Department of Defense (DoD) criteria for TBI; 3. Time duration since traumatic brain injury (TBI) injury \>90 days 4. Insomnia symptom duration \>90 days 5. Endorse insomnia sy…
Contacts

Luis Buenaver, PHD

4105507986

lbuenav1@jhmi.edu

CONTACT

Elizabeth Wysocki, MS

ewysock2@jhu.edu

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