{"id":4050,"date":"2022-05-03T11:47:20","date_gmt":"2022-05-03T10:47:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/apps.nhslothian.scot\/refhelp\/guidelines\/insomniasleepio\/"},"modified":"2025-02-28T10:30:47","modified_gmt":"2025-02-28T10:30:47","slug":"insomniasleepio","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/apps.nhslothian.scot\/refhelp\/guidelines\/mentalhealthadult\/mentalhealthpsychologyotherservices\/computerised-cognitive-behavioural-therapy-cbt\/insomniasleepio\/","title":{"rendered":"Insomnia – SLEEPIO"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\u200bSleepio<\/strong><\/a> is an online programme to help those with insomnia. It is based on CBT principles and has a strong RCT evidence base. It is a structured programme taking place over 6 weeks. It signposts to other sleep guides too, including for people in specific situations (eg shift workers, new parents) and has a forum for questions and exchange of information.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Patients can access the programme without referral \u2013 please just provide the link: http:\/\/www.sleepio.com\/nhs<\/a>
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The programme is best accessed through a computer, but a smartphone can also be used. It requires “conversational English” and is designed for those aged 16 and over. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

PLEASE NOTE- Sleepio must be used during the day, not in the middle of the night when struggling to sleep. Patient’s active participation and consistency is crucial for the success of this treatment.<\/strong>
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There is more information, both for those advising people to self-refer, and patients themselves at: Mental Health Solutions | Big Health<\/a>.  The site also includes information on Sleepio’s sister programme, Daylight, which provides an online CBT programme for those with anxiety.
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Resources available on the website include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Resources available on the website include training videos outlining what the programmes are, how they work, and the self-referral process and FAQ documents covering common questions patients ask.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please contact Big Health’s dedicated Engagement Team (email: nhs@bighealth.com<\/a>) for any other queries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

C.M. S.P. 17-02-25<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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