App offers cancer patients cognitive behavioral therapy against sleep disorders
Up to 60 percent of cancer survivors suffer from sleep disorders. A new smartphone app is now to offer them evidence-based help. Researchers at Memorial University in Newfoundland are launching a nationwide clinical trial of the iCANSleep app, which brings cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) directly to the phone.
The app provides personalized therapy modules, sleep diaries and tailored recommendations. It is available in English and French and is aimed at cancer survivors who suffer from sleep problems. The study is intended to test the effectiveness of the app in improving sleep quality, reducing daytime sleepiness and increasing quality of life.
“Insomnia is one of the most common and debilitating side effects in cancer patients. With iCANSleep, we are bringing the gold-standard CBT-I therapy directly to those affected – without long waiting times, regardless of where they live or costs,” said study leader Dr. Sheila Garland, Professor of Psychology and Oncology at Memorial University and President of the Canadian Association of Psychosocial Oncology.
The app allows users to edit structured modules at their own pace and track their sleep history. The clinical trial runs for several weeks, during which the participants use the app and provide regular feedback.
“Digital solutions like iCANSleep are the future of supportive cancer care. We can reach significantly more people and offer them high-quality, evidence-based help exactly when and where they need it,” Garland continued.
The study is funded by the Canadian Cancer Society and is a collaboration of psychologists, oncologists, sleep physicians and digital health experts. Cancer survivors with sleep disorders can register to participate.
The article was originally published by LabNews.io
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