Publications by authors named "Indiana D Descombes"
Sleep Treatment Education Program for Cancer Survivors: Protocol for an Efficacy Trial.
JMIR Res Protoc
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- Cancer survivors often experience chronic insomnia long after treatment, and effective treatment options, especially cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI), are not readily available due to various barriers.
- The STEP-1 program provides a low-intensity, online educational intervention focused on CBTI to help improve insomnia and mood among cancer survivors, compared to a control group receiving relaxation education.
- A phase II pilot study assesses STEP-1's effectiveness and participant satisfaction while considering factors that influence treatment response and exploring the feasibility of personalized coaching for those not significantly benefiting from the intervention.