Step up 2 Sleep Research Study
What is the research study about?
The number of people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes is increasing rapidly. Unfortunately, one of the consequences of having type 2 diabetes is that it also puts people at a high risk of having heart problems, kidney failure and problems with their sleep. For example, insomnia is common within the general population and even more common in those living with Type 2 diabetes. Insomnia is best described as the difficulty in getting to sleep or staying asleep. Although cognitive behaviour therapy (a type of talking therapy), specifically designed for insomnia (CBTi) has been successful at improving sleep in other health conditions, we don’t know how effective it is when combined with other lifestyle changes in those living with type 2 diabetes.
This is important because previous studies have shown that we spend a lot of our daily lives sedentary (also called sitting). However, reducing the amount of time spent sitting and replacing it with light intensity activity (such as casual walking) can improve health outcomes in those living with type 2 diabetes. The effect of the two approaches have not been studied together. Therefore, the main goal of this 12-week study is to see whether combining sleep-specific talking therapy (CBTi) with a reduction in sedentary time can improve sleep. This will be measured using sleep efficiency, which is the percentage of time spent asleep while in bed.
Who can take part?
People who regularly suffer from poor sleep of insomnia
People who live with type 2 diabetes
What are the possible benefits of taking part?
The biggest advantage to taking part is that your sleep could improve. This in turn can improve many other parts of your life.
The study assessments at the beginning and end will provide detailed results of your sleep habits, physical activity, and overall wellbeing. We will be happy to review the results with you after the study is completed.
To find out more and take part:
Please fill in the form below or contact the study team:
Telephone: 07385 688705