Behavioral Treatment for Nightmares in REM Sleep Behavior Disorder
University of Utah
Summary
The purpose of this clinical trial is learn whether a behavioral (non-medication) treatment can reduce nightmares in adults with Rapid Eye Movement (REM) Sleep Behavior Disorder (RBD). People with RBD will be enrolled in the study along with their family members (a partner or other family member residing in the same home). All participants will receive the treatment via videoconference and will complete 2 assessments. Participants with RBD will attend 7 sessions, and their family members will attend 2 of those sessions with them.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of isolated RBD or RBD secondary to neurodegenerative disease * Age 18 or older * Speak, read, and write English * Live in the United States * Nightmare frequency ≥3 times per week * Disturbing Dream and Nightmare Severity Index score indicative of nightmare disorder * Sleep, neurological, and psychiatric medications stable for at least 1 month and willing to keep medications stable through the course of the study * Live with a family member who is willing to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Possible dementia * Narcolepsy * Posttraumatic stress…
Interventions
- BehavioralCognitive Behavioral Therapy for Nightmares
The intervention will consist of 7 therapy sessions (once per week for 7 weeks) which will be delivered via videoconference. Family members will attend 2 of the 7 treatment sessions. During the sessions, participants will learn techniques for managing and changing nightmares.
Location
- University of UtahSalt Lake City, Utah