{"id":6479,"date":"2024-10-02T14:34:42","date_gmt":"2024-10-02T14:34:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tun.com\/home\/?p=6479"},"modified":"2024-10-16T20:46:42","modified_gmt":"2024-10-16T20:46:42","slug":"online-insomnia-treatment-proven-effective-for-caregivers-in-uva-study","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tun.com\/home\/online-insomnia-treatment-proven-effective-for-caregivers-in-uva-study\/","title":{"rendered":"Online Insomnia Treatment Proven Effective for Caregivers in UVA Study"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-blockquote uagb-block-e7eb3fc3 uagb-blockquote__skin-border uagb-blockquote__stack-img-none\"><blockquote class=\"uagb-blockquote\"><div class=\"uagb-blockquote__content\">Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Medicine have found that the online insomnia treatment SHUTi can significantly improve sleep quality for caregivers facing demanding responsibilities, providing a practical and accessible solution.<\/div><footer><div class=\"uagb-blockquote__author-wrap uagb-blockquote__author-at-left\"><\/div><\/footer><\/blockquote><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-space-between is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-0dfbf163 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><div style=\"font-size:16px;\" class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-post-author\"><div class=\"wp-block-post-author__content\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-author__name\">The University Network<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-social-share uagb-social-share__outer-wrap uagb-social-share__layout-horizontal uagb-block-ee584a31\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-social-share-child uagb-ss-repeater uagb-ss__wrapper uagb-block-ec619ce7\"><span class=\"uagb-ss__link\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"facebook\"><span class=\"uagb-ss__source-wrap\"><span class=\"uagb-ss__source-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M504 256C504 119 393 8 256 8S8 119 8 256c0 123.8 90.69 226.4 209.3 245V327.7h-63V256h63v-54.64c0-62.15 37-96.48 93.67-96.48 27.14 0 55.52 4.84 55.52 4.84v61h-31.28c-30.8 0-40.41 19.12-40.41 38.73V256h68.78l-11 71.69h-57.78V501C413.3 482.4 504 379.8 504 256z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-social-share-child uagb-ss-repeater uagb-ss__wrapper uagb-block-32d99934\"><span class=\"uagb-ss__link\" data-href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/share?url=\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"twitter\"><span class=\"uagb-ss__source-wrap\"><span class=\"uagb-ss__source-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M389.2 48h70.6L305.6 224.2 487 464H345L233.7 318.6 106.5 464H35.8L200.7 275.5 26.8 48H172.4L272.9 180.9 389.2 48zM364.4 421.8h39.1L151.1 88h-42L364.4 421.8z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-social-share-child uagb-ss-repeater uagb-ss__wrapper uagb-block-1d136f14\"><span class=\"uagb-ss__link\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/shareArticle?url=\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"linkedin\"><span class=\"uagb-ss__source-wrap\"><span class=\"uagb-ss__source-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M416 32H31.9C14.3 32 0 46.5 0 64.3v383.4C0 465.5 14.3 480 31.9 480H416c17.6 0 32-14.5 32-32.3V64.3c0-17.8-14.4-32.3-32-32.3zM135.4 416H69V202.2h66.5V416zm-33.2-243c-21.3 0-38.5-17.3-38.5-38.5S80.9 96 102.2 96c21.2 0 38.5 17.3 38.5 38.5 0 21.3-17.2 38.5-38.5 38.5zm282.1 243h-66.4V312c0-24.8-.5-56.7-34.5-56.7-34.6 0-39.9 27-39.9 54.9V416h-66.4V202.2h63.7v29.2h.9c8.9-16.8 30.6-34.5 62.9-34.5 67.2 0 79.7 44.3 79.7 101.9V416z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Caring for a loved one with a disabling illness is an emotionally and physically demanding role that often leaves caregivers struggling with insomnia. However, new research from the University of Virginia School of Medicine offers hope through an online insomnia treatment program that can help these caregivers get much-needed rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The study, <a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/abm\/article-abstract\/58\/10\/658\/7712301\" title=\"\">published<\/a> in the Annals of Behavioral Medicine, investigated the efficacy of SHUTi (Sleep Healthy Using the Internet), an internet-based sleep intervention designed to combat insomnia. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The researchers found that not only did SHUTi improve sleep quality for caregivers, but it was especially beneficial for those with the most demanding caregiving responsibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cCompared to the general population, caregivers are more likely to experience insomnia but have a harder time getting help for this problem,\u201d Kelly M. Shaffer, a clinical psychologist at UVA Health and a member of UVA\u2019s Center for Behavioral Health and Technology, said in a <a href=\"https:\/\/newsroom.uvahealth.com\/2024\/09\/24\/online-insomnia-treatment-can-help-caregivers\/\" title=\"\">news release<\/a>. \u201cEffective and accessible Internet-based interventions like SHUTi can give more caregivers meaningful relief.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Caregiving Challenge<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Approximately one in six Americans is engaged in providing care for a family member with a disabling illness, often leading to significant emotional and physical stress. Despite frequent sleep deprivation, caregivers typically struggle to find effective solutions that fit into their demanding schedules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The SHUTi program, which uses cognitive-behavioral therapy to treat insomnia, has already shown success in previous trials. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this study, Shaffer and her team provided SHUTi to 100 high-intensity caregivers suffering from insomnia. While 60 participants completed the program, 22 started but did not finish, and 18 did not engage due to time constraints related to their caregiving duties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Promising Results<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The feedback was overwhelmingly positive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most participants found the program user-friendly and experienced improvements in their sleep quality and reduction in nighttime awakenings. Notably, caregivers facing the most challenging situations and those feeling the greatest guilt about taking time for themselves showed the most significant improvements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The participants appreciated how SHUTi helped them manage stress, anxiety and their feelings of overwhelming responsibility, allowing for a calmer mind as they attempted to sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Step Forward<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The results suggest that SHUTi can serve as a valuable tool for caregivers who might not have the opportunity to seek in-person treatment. Although the program was effective even without specific tailoring for caregivers, the researchers believe additional custom content could further enhance its benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cFamily caregivers fill an irreplaceable role in their loved ones\u2019 health care teams. In turn, they deserve care for their own health concerns that is effective, affordable and practical. Our study provides hope that Internet-based interventions like SHUTi can make that a reality,\u201d added Shaffer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Caring for a loved one with a disabling illness is an emotionally and physically demanding role that often leaves caregivers struggling with insomnia. However, new research from the University of Virginia School of Medicine offers hope through an online insomnia treatment program that can help these caregivers get much-needed rest. 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