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Computerised cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia: a systematic review and meta-analysis
1Clinical Psychology Service, Kwai Chung Hospital, Hong Kong, SAR, China. sammykcheng@gmail.com
Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics
|May 16, 2012
Summary
Computerised cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CCBT-I) is a mildly to moderately effective self-help treatment. This meta-analysis found CCBT-I significantly improves sleep quality and efficiency in the short term.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Digital Health
- Sleep Medicine
Background:
- Computerised cognitive behavioural therapy (CCBT) offers innovative delivery for psychological disorders.
- This meta-analysis systematically reviews the effectiveness of CCBT for insomnia (CCBT-I).
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of computerised cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CCBT-I).
- To assess CCBT-I's impact on various sleep parameters and its acceptability in stepped care models.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature search was conducted across 7 major databases up to March 2011.
- Included studies focused on internet-based CBT interventions for insomnia.
- Six randomised controlled trials (RCTs) met the selection criteria for meta-analysis.
Main Results:
- CCBT-I demonstrated significant improvements in sleep quality, sleep efficiency, and insomnia severity (small to large effect sizes).
- No significant effects were observed on wake time after sleep onset, total sleep time, or time in bed.
- The number needed to treat was 3.59, with a high treatment adherence rate of 78%.
Conclusions:
- CCBT-I is a mildly to moderately effective short-term self-help therapy for insomnia.
- CCBT-I represents an acceptable, low-intensity treatment option within stepped care frameworks for insomnia management.
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