The Sleep Course: An Online Sleep Intervention for Adults With Self-reported Sleep Difficulties

What this study is about

This study evaluates an internet-delivered cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (ICBTi) intervention, known as the Sleep Course, within a routine online therapy clinic (the Online Therapy Unit). The Sleep Course will specifically be offered to clients with self-reported sleep difficulties (i.e., falling or staying asleep or waking early) and daytime distress and or impairment. This study aims to replicate the effectiveness and acceptability of the previously evaluated Sleep Course when delivered in Australia. The investigators will also assess uptake and completion rates within the clinic as well as demographic and clinical characteristics of individuals enrolled in the Sleep Course.

Who can join (things the study team will check)

✅ You may be able to join if…

• 18 years or older;
• Living in Saskatchewan for the treatment period;
• Self-reported difficulty with sleep (i.e., difficulty falling, staying asleep or waking up early) causing daytime distress and or impairment;
• Has comfort using and access to a device or computer with Internet in a private location;
• Read and understand English;
• Consent to Sleep Course, online therapy as provided by Unit, and associated research.

🚫 You may not be able to join if…

• Current severe medical or psychiatric disorder that requires immediate or alternate treatment (e.g. current and recent mania or psychosis requiring hospitalization, actively suicidal and unable to keep themselves safe, medical condition requiring immediate surgery or other invasive treatment, severe substance use);
• Taking part in another treatment at our clinic.

Where this trial is running

• Online Therapy Unit, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

Who to contact

Marcie Nugent, MSW · 306-337-2946 · marcie.nugent@uregina.ca

It's completely normal to call and ask questions before deciding anything. Mention the study ID: NCT06745349.