Evaluating an Internet-based Intervention for Insomnia in Breast Cancer Survivors

Evaluating an Internet-based Intervention for Insomnia in Breast Cancer Survivors

This study examines the efficacy of an Internet-delivered intervention to reduce symptoms of insomnia in breast cancer survivors. Breast cancer patients with insomnia (N=30) will be assigned to either gain access to the 6-week treatment program immediately (experimental group) or following study participation (control group).

Inclusion criteria:

• Female
• Diagnosed with breast cancer
• Age 18 and older
• Completed primary treatment at least one month prior to enrollment
• Diagnosis of insomnia

Exclusion criteria:

• Experiencing a sleep disorder other than insomnia (e.g., sleep apnea)
• Experiencing a major depressive episode or other serious psychiatric disturbance
• Modification of psychotropic medications within the previous month
• Undergoing current psychotherapy treatment