A Practical Application Primer on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia for Medical Residents.

ABSTRACT: Introduction:Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) is a well-established nonpharmacological intervention that is the gold standard treatment for insomnia. CBT-I has been utilized and empirically validated in many modalities, including group treatment, telemedicine, and primary care. Despite the wealth of evidence on its effectiveness, many medical providers, including those in primary care, where most insomnia complaints are raised, have limited exposure, knowledge, and resources to direct or implement this intervention. Methods:Medical educators from an academic medical center developed a module focused on teaching medical residents the techniques of CBT-I. The educational activity was an interactive 90-minute seminar that included a lecture followed by a case presentation ill

SUBMITTER: Chernyak Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7010204 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature