A Comprehensive Evaluation Comparing the Efficacy of Cognitive Behavioural Treatment for Insomnia

Abstract

Introduction: Chronic insomnia negatively impacts sleep quality, daytime functioning, and 
overall quality of life. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and 
pharmacotherapy are common treatments, yet their comparative efficacy and long-term 
outcomes require further investigation. Methods: A randomized controlled trial was 
conducted with 150 participants divided into CBT-I (n=50), pharmacotherapy (n=50), and 
control (n=50) groups. Sleep parameters (sleep onset latency, total sleep time, wake after 
sleep onset) and daytime functioning (ISI, WHOQOL-BREF) were measured at baseline, 
post-treatment, and 3 months follow-up. Adherence to interventions was also assessed.