Study on Relaxation Training and Stimulus Control to Improve Sleep in Adults with Chronic Insomnia and Hyperarousal

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the effects of relaxation training and stimulus control on reducing hyperarousal and improving maladaptive sleep behaviors in adults with chronic insomnia. The study aims to validate these behavioral approaches to help improve sleep quality and address sleep-related anxiety symptoms. It is an interventional trial focusing on adults aged 18 to 65 years diagnosed with insomnia disorder and elevated anxiety levels. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups one receiving relaxation training and stimulus control, and the other receiving sleep hygiene education. Relaxation training includes muscle relaxation, breathing exercises, imagery training, and mindfulness, while stimulus control involves strategies to strengthen the association between bed and sleep. The sleep hygiene education group will receive guidance on healthy sleep habits, bedroom environment, and lifestyle factors affecting sleep. During the study, participants will be assessed at baseline and followed up at 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months, and 12 months. Evaluations include sleep quality, insomnia severity, sleep efficiency, sleep beliefs, mood, pleasure, and health questionnaires. The main outcome measure is the change in Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index scores from baseline to 6 weeks. Researchers will monitor these outcomes to understand how these behavioral treatments impact sleep and related psychological factors over time.

Effects of Relaxation Training and Stimulus Control in Chronic Insomnia Patients