๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-04-15

Brief Behavioral Treatment for Insomnia in Veterans With Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (NCT05780177)

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This study will investigate treatments for insomnia in Veterans who have posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The purpose of this study is to compare a brief behavioral treatment for insomnia (BBTI) to a treatment that helps promote relaxation (progressive muscle relaxation training or PMRT). The investigators will examine improvements in psychosocial functioning and insomnia severity. The investigators will also examine whether treatment gains last over time and whether suicidal ideation decreases following insomnia treatment.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: San Francisco VA Medical Center, San Francisco, CA โ€” San Francisco, California

Age range: 18 Years to 75 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Brief Behavioral Treatment for Insomnia (BBTI) (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Progressive Muscle Relaxation Training (PMRT) (BEHAVIORAL)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

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Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • San Francisco VA Medical Center, San Francisco, CA โ€” San Francisco, California

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (415) 221-4810

Email: shira.maguen@va.gov

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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