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Sleep Therapies for Alzheimer's Disease
Study Summary
This trial seeks to test a model in which sleep disruption contributes to neuropsychiatric symptoms through impairments in emotion regulation function in individuals at risk for AD. If successful, this study will provide critical insight into the mechanisms by which sleep disturbance may increase risk for developing AD.
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- I have severe issues with my vision, hearing, or hand movement that could prevent me from following the study's requirements.My medications, including those for dementia, have been the same for the last 4 weeks.If you have had serious thoughts about hurting yourself or have made plans to hurt yourself recently, you cannot participate in the study.You scored less than 20 on a memory and thinking test called the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE).I have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder.I take medication for sleep issues and can't stop it for 1-2 weeks before the study starts.I am currently receiving or planning to receive therapy for a condition like depression.I had psychosis before my memory problems started.I either don't use my CPAP machine as recommended or have moderate to severe untreated sleep apnea.I have had a mild brain injury with unconsciousness for over 5 minutes.I have a history of falls or severe difficulty moving around.You have a diagnosis of memory problems based on specific tests and assessments.You drink more than 14 drinks per week or more than 4 drinks on one occasion.I do not have any severe, uncontrolled health conditions.I experience significant distress from neuropsychiatric symptoms.You have a problem with using drugs or alcohol.You have experienced a traumatic event in the last 3 months.I have had trouble sleeping for at least 3 months.I have undergone therapy for insomnia in the last year.I am between 50 and 90 years old.I often struggle to sleep and it affects my day.
- Group 1: Desensitization Therapy for Insomnia (DT-I)
- Group 2: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomina (CBT-I)
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How many individuals are involved with this research effort?
"Affirmative. According to the clinicaltrials.gov website, this research endeavour was initially announced on October 30th 2021 and is currently seeking patients for participation. 150 people are required at one site to continue with the trial's progress."
Are individuals below the age of forty suitable for participating in this research?
"As per the qualifications for this study, only individuals between 50 and 90 years old are allowed to participate. Alternatively, there exists 86 trials designed specifically for minors and 1206 studies tailored towards senior citizens."
Are there any openings for participation in this clinical investigation?
"Affirmative. The clinicaltrials.gov website reveals that this medical trial, which was created on October 30th 2021, is still recruiting patients. A total of 150 enrollees are desired at one location."
Am I eligible to take part in this clinical investigation?
"Eligibility for this study is determined by the presence of Alzheimer's disease and an age range between 50-90 years old. Currently, roughly 150 individuals are being enrolled in the trial."
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