Treating Insomnia in Patients with Co-existing Obstructive Sleep Apnea [ 2014 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Ching Li Chai-Coetzer (Principal investigator)

Brief description Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and insomnia commonly coexist in the same patient, and can affect how patients adhere to treatment for their OSA. Insomnia can be effectively treated by a clinical psychologist using a technique known as cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), but it is currently unclear whether this is effective in patients who also have OSA. This research project will investigate whether treatment of insomnia using CBT in patients who have OSA will improve health outcomes.

Funding Amount $AUD 260,046.01

Funding Scheme Early Career Fellowships

Notes Health Professional Research ECF