Effectiveness of an App-Based Short Intervention to Improve Sleep: Randomized Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

A growing body of evidence for digital interventions to improve sleep shows promising effects. The interventions investigated so far have been primarily web-based; however, app-based interventions may reach a wider audience and be more suitable for daily use.

Objective

This study aims to evaluate the intervention effects, adherence, and acceptance of an unguided app-based intervention for individuals who wish to improve their sleep.

Methods

In a randomized controlled trial, we evaluated the effects of an app-based short intervention (Refresh) to improve sleep compared with a waitlist condition. Refresh is an 8-week unguided intervention covering the principles of cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) and including a sleep diary. The primary outc

SUBMITTER: Vollert B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10131838 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature