RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07021183

The PSP Sleep Course: An Online Sleep Intervention for Public Safety Personnel With Self-reported Sleep Difficulties.

Uptake, Acceptability, and Effectiveness of Internet-Delivered Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Public Safety Personnel With Self-Reported Sleep Difficulties

Sponsor

University of Regina

Enrollment

60 participants

Start Date

Mar 6, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Insomnia

Summary

This study evaluates an internet-delivered cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (ICBTi) intervention, known as the PSP Sleep Course, adapted for public safety personnel (PSP) experiencing sleep difficulties. The study seeks to replicate prior results from an Australian version of the Sleep Course assessing its effectiveness and acceptability when offered to Canadian PSP.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing an online sleep improvement course specifically designed for public safety personnel (PSP) — such as police officers, firefighters, paramedics, and military veterans — to help them manage sleep difficulties. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 18 or older - You are currently or formerly employed as a public safety worker (paid or volunteer) - You live in a Canadian province where the PSP Sleep Course is offered - You have internet access and are willing to engage with online therapy and research activities **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have a severe current mental health or medical condition (such as active mania, psychosis, recent hospitalization, or active suicidality) - You cannot read or understand English - You have a severe substance use disorder Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALSleep Course

The Sleep Course was previously developed and evaluated in Australia and has since been tailored to Canadian public safety personnel. The PSP Sleep Course is 7 weeks (4 lessons) and is available in self- or therapist-guided versions. Therapist-guided participants can access optional therapist support via secure online messages or phone calls (up to twice a week). Both versions are accessible for up to 6 months.