Status:
COMPLETED
Using Behavioral Programs to Treat Sleep Problems in Individuals With Alzheimer's Disease
Lead Sponsor:
University of Washington
Collaborating Sponsors:
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Conditions:
Alzheimer Disease
Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders
Eligibility:
All Genders
55+ years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
This study will compare four different behavioral treatment programs to determine which is most effective in reducing night-time disturbances in individuals with Alzheimer's disease (AD).
Detailed Description
Nocturnal disturbances, such as getting out of bed repeatedly, having hallucinations, talking or singing in bed, and waking up confused are common among patients with AD. Such nocturnal disturbances a...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Inclusion Criteria for Alzheimer's Disease Patients:
- Diagnosis of probable or possible Alzheimer's Disease
- Have at least two sleep disturbances, occurring 3 or more times per week
- Reside in a residential home with a family member caregiver
- Able to walk without assistance
- Exclusion Criteria for Alzheimer's Disease Patients:
- Pre-existing diagnosis of a primary sleep disorder, such as sleep apnea or periodic limb movement disorder
- Blindness
- Current use of photosensitizing medication
- Inclusion Criteria for Family Caregiver:
- Currently caring for a family member with Alzheimer's disease
Exclusion
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
September 1 2005
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
March 1 2011
Estimated Enrollment :
132 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00183378
Start Date
September 1 2005
End Date
March 1 2011
Last Update
January 13 2012
Active Locations (1)
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University of Washington
Seattle, Washington, United States, 98195