Evaluation of an occupation-based sleep programme for people with Insomnia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Sleep problems are a health issue worldwide. Based on the Person-Environment-Occupation-Performance model, we developed an occupation-based sleep programme to promote awareness of sleep hygiene factors, promote an environment conductive to sleep, and restructure participation in daytime activities with a focus on occupational balance.

Method

This study uses a non-equivalent group design to evaluate the effectiveness of an occupation-based sleep intervention among community-dwelling adults with insomnia, when compared with a treatment-as-usual (TAU) group which focused on sleep hygiene, and relaxation.

Results

When compared with the TAU group (n = 20), the intervention group (n = 22) had significant improvement in sleep duration, occupational b

SUBMITTER: Ho ECM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9716463 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature