The Sleep Cancer and Rest (SleepCaRe) Study is a clinical trial evaluating interventions for sleep and fatigue during chemotherapy.
What does the SleepCaRe Study involve?
Participants will be randomly allocated to one of four groups, including cognitive-behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) bright light therapy (BLT), CBT-I and BLT in combination, and sleep hygiene education (SHE). All participants will receive an introductory session, a midpoint phone call, and weekly emails.
To better understand how these programs may be helpful we will also ask you to complete a sleep diary, wear an actigraphy watch, and complete questionnaires.
To better understand how these programs may be helpful we will also ask you to complete a sleep diary, wear an actigraphy watch, and complete questionnaires.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for InsomniaFocuses on changing ways of thinking and behavioural patterns to improve sleep.
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Bright Light TherapyManages a person's
exposure to light to help support energy levels during the day and improve sleep overnight. |
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia + Bright Light TherapyTwo therapies used in combination.
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Sleep Hygiene EducationFocuses on developing and implementing a set of strategies that support healthy sleep habits to improve sleep.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the possible benefits? |
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For you as a participant. By participating, you will learn skills for managing disruptions to your sleep and wellbeing that occur during chemotherapy and throughout your breast cancer experience. These skills are scientifically based and are likely to be helpful to you. You may also experience reduced fatigue and sleep disturbance, improved sleep quality, mood, and wellbeing.
For other women with cancer. The information gathered from this study will be used to improve the way we support women living with breast cancer and going through chemotherapy. Study results will inform treatment development, with the potential to improve the sleep and wellbeing of other women like you. It will also build awareness around the importance of sleep health during breast cancer in the community and will contribute to advancing routine care for many other women in the future.
Who is eligible to be involved? |
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Women with breast cancer receiving intravenous or oral chemotherapy. Patients at a participating site may be eligible for this research. Current recruiting sites include: Peter Mac, Monash Health, Bendigo Health, Grampians Health, and Mater Hospital.
How long does the research take? |
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6 weeks. Overall, the duration of the research program is 6 weeks. Two additional follow up calls will also take place.
Does it cost anything? |
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No. There are no participant costs involved with this research.
Can participants opt out mid-way? |
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Yes. Participation is completely voluntary and participants can choose to leave the study at any time.
What are the alternatives to participating? |
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Other options are available. You do not have to take part in this research project to receive treatment for your sleep disturbance at the participating hospital sites. Other options include: discussing your situation with a member of your treating team (e.g., doctors, nurses) or seeking a referral from a research team member or your medical team to other sleep support services in your local area.
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The SleepCaRe Team acknowledges and honours the Traditional Custodians of the land, paying tribute to Elders past, present, and emerging. We wholeheartedly embrace and value people from various backgrounds, genders, sexualities, cultures, bodies, and abilities.
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