Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Nightmares

Recruiting at 1 trial location

Overseen By Jennifer Mundt, PhD

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: Northwestern University

Must not be taking: RBD-causing medications

Disqualifiers: Dementia, Narcolepsy, PTSD, others

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: 9

Duration: 7 sessions

20 Participants Needed

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

The purpose of this clinical trial is learn whether a behavioral (non-medication) treatment can reduce nightmares in adults with Rapid Eye Movement (REM) Sleep Behavior Disorder (RBD). People with RBD will be enrolled in the study along with their romantic partners. All participants will receive the treatment via videoconference and will complete 2 assessments. Participants with RBD will attend 7 sessions, and their partners will attend 2 of those sessions with them.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for adults with REM Sleep Behavior Disorder who experience nightmares. Participants must have a romantic partner willing to attend two therapy sessions. Details on specific inclusion and exclusion criteria are not provided.

Inclusion Criteria

Speak, read, and write English

Live in the United States

Nightmare frequency ≥3 times per week

Exclusion Criteria

Possible dementia

I have been diagnosed with narcolepsy.

I am currently in therapy for sleep issues or trauma.

Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Baseline Assessment

Participants undergo a baseline assessment period before treatment begins

2-4 weeks

2 assessments (virtual)

Treatment

Participants receive behavioral treatment for nightmares via videoconference

7 sessions

7 sessions (virtual), 2 sessions with partners

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment

4 weeks

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Nightmares

Trial Overview The study tests if Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Nightmares, delivered through videoconference, can help reduce nightmares in those with REM Sleep Behavior Disorder. It includes 7 sessions for the patient and involves their partners in 2 sessions.

How Is the Trial Designed?

Group I: 4-week baseline Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Participants will receive treatment after a 4-week baseline assessment period

Group II: 2-week baseline Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Participants will receive treatment after a 2-week baseline assessment period

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Northwestern University

Lead Sponsor

Trials

1,674

Recruited

989,000+

University of Utah

Lead Sponsor

Trials

1,169

Recruited

1,623,000+