Testing an Online Insomnia Intervention

Testing an Online Insomnia Intervention

The objective of this trial is to determine the effectiveness of an electronic cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (e-CBT-I) module in improving sleep and reducing alcohol use among heavy drinkers with insomnia. Specifically, it will test the effectiveness of Sleep Healthy Using the Internet (SHUTi), a well-validated version of e-CBT-I comprised of 6 weekly educational modules and daily sleep diaries. The rationale for this mixed methods proposal is that effective, nonpharmacologic treatments are necessary to stem the highly comorbid public health problems of alcohol use disorder (AUD) and insomnia. If successful, SHUTi will represent a novel and easily accessible intervention for reducing alcohol intake among high-risk heavy drinkers.

Inclusion Criteria:

• engage in weekly alcohol binge episodes
• moderate to severe insomnia

Exclusion Criteria:

• history of severe alcohol or other substance use disorder
• obstructive sleep apnea
• schizophrenia
• bipolar disorder
• psychotic spectrum disorder
• lack of internet access
• lack of English fluency
• pregnant or nursing