ASA position statement regarding the use of psychological/behavioural treatments in the management of insomnia in adults

30 Oct ASA position statement regarding the use of psychological/behavioural treatments in the management of insomnia in adults

Insomnia can be both chronic and acute. Insomnia is thought to be the most common sleep disorder, with most of us experiencing acute insomnia at some point in our lives (exams, crisis, jet lag etc). However for those of us with chronic insomnia, treatment options can vary widely. The Australasian Sleep Association (ASA) has published a position statement regarding the use of psychological/behavioural treatments to manage this chronic condition.

Highlights:

• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) as a first line treatment in the management of Insomnia.
• there is emerging evidence for the use of Mindfulness Based Therapy for Insomnia when used in combination with behavioural techniques (MBT-I)
• Medications should be limited to the lowest necessary dose and shortest necessary duration.

Original article can be found here:

http://www.sleep-journal.com/article/S1389-9457(17)30153-3/pdf