Partner Alliance to Enhance Efficacy and Adherence of CBT-I.

Publication Type:

Journal Article

Authors:

Ellis, Jason Gordon; Meadows, Robert; Alfonso-Miller, Pamela; Celyne H Bastien

Source:

Sleep Med Clin, Volume 18, Issue 1, p.1-7 (2023)

Keywords:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Comorbidity, Humans, Sleep, Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders, Treatment Outcome

Abstract:

<p>Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) is now widely recognized as the first-line management strategy for insomnia, both for insomnia in its "pure" form, and when comorbid with a physical or psychological illness. However, there is a definite need to develop and test both alternative and adjunct interventions to CBT-I, before implementing them into routine practice. The aim of this article is to provide a narrative review of the literature with regard to what is known about the influence of partners on sleep, insomnia, and its management.</p>