Sleepio for Suicidal Thoughts
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests a digital therapy app called Sleepio, designed to help teens with sleep problems who were recently hospitalized due to suicide risk. The researchers aim to determine if improving sleep through a smartphone or web-based program can reduce suicidal thoughts. Participants will either use the Sleepio app alongside their usual post-hospital care or receive only the usual care. Teens hospitalized for suicide risk and experiencing significant sleep problems might be suitable candidates, especially if they have access to a smartphone or are willing to use one. As an unphased trial, this study offers participants a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative research that could enhance mental health care for teens.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the study team or your doctor.
What prior data suggests that Sleepio is safe for adolescents with suicidal thoughts and insomnia?
Research has shown that digital cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (dCBT-I), such as Sleepio, offers a promising way to improve sleep in teenagers. One study found that better sleep can reduce suicidal thoughts, suggesting that Sleepio, which addresses insomnia, might also help with these issues.
Regarding safety, users of dCBT-I generally find it manageable, with no reports of serious side effects. This is significant because Sleepio is accessible through a smartphone or web app, making it easy to use and minimizing risks.
Overall, evidence suggests that Sleepio is safe and could be beneficial for those dealing with both insomnia and suicidal thoughts.1234Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about Sleepio because it takes a fresh approach to addressing suicidal thoughts by targeting sleep issues through a digital platform. Unlike traditional treatments that often rely on medication or in-person therapy, Sleepio is a mobile Digital Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (dCBT-I) app, making it accessible and convenient. This app offers a personalized, evidence-based program that users can access anytime, potentially improving sleep patterns, which could have a positive impact on mental health and reduce suicidal thoughts. By addressing insomnia through digital means, Sleepio could provide a novel, scalable solution for those struggling with mental health issues related to sleep disturbances.
What evidence suggests that Sleepio might be an effective treatment for suicidal thoughts in adolescents with insomnia?
Research has shown that Sleepio, a digital therapy for insomnia, can help reduce suicidal thoughts. One study found that treating insomnia symptoms with this therapy led to fewer thoughts of suicide. Another study demonstrated that it improved sleep and lowered the risk of suicidal thoughts in people with insomnia. In this trial, participants will receive either Sleepio combined with treatment as usual and ecological momentary assessment (EMA) or treatment as usual with EMA alone. These findings suggest that addressing sleep problems in adolescents might reduce their risk of suicide. Overall, Sleepio's emphasis on better sleep appears to support mental health.56789
Who Is on the Research Team?
Evan Kleiman
Principal Investigator
Rutgers
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for teens aged 14-18 who have been hospitalized due to suicide risk and suffer from insomnia. They must be able to access a smart device compatible with the SleepioTM app, or they'll be provided one. Teens won't qualify if they don't meet these specific conditions.Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive digital cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (dCBT-I) through the Sleepio app, consisting of six weekly, 20-minute sessions, plus treatment as usual (TAU)
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment, including assessments of insomnia severity and suicidal thoughts
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Sleepio
Trial Overview
The study tests SleepioTM, a digital therapy app for insomnia, against usual care in suicidal adolescents post-hospitalization. It's a pilot trial at Rutgers and Old Dominion University involving six weekly sessions of dCBT-I (digital Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia).
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Sleepio is a mobile Digital Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Insomnia (dCBT-I) app.
Treatment as usual plus assessments via EMA
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Lead Sponsor
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Collaborator
Old Dominion University
Collaborator
Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters
Collaborator
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