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The Survivorship Sleep Program (SSP): A synchronous, virtual cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia pilot program among cancer survivors

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For cancer survivors, insomnia is prevalent, distressing, and persists for years if unmanaged. Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT‐I) is an effective treatment yet can be difficult to access and… Click to show full abstract

For cancer survivors, insomnia is prevalent, distressing, and persists for years if unmanaged. Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT‐I) is an effective treatment yet can be difficult to access and may require modification to address survivorship‐specific barriers to sleep. In this 2‐phase study, the authors adapted and assessed the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effects of synchronous, virtual CBT‐I adapted for cancer survivors (the Survivorship Sleep Program [SSP]).

Keywords: cancer; program; therapy insomnia; cancer survivors; behavioral therapy; cognitive behavioral

Journal Title: Cancer
Year Published: 2021

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