September 2023 PMID 36991537

The effects of a sleep-focused smartphone application on insomnia and depressive symptoms: a randomised controlled trial and mediation analysis.

Aliza Werner-Seidler, Sophie H Li, Samantha Spanos, Lara Johnston, Bridianne O'Dea, Michelle Torok, Lee Ritterband, Jill M Newby, Andrew J Mackinnon, Helen Christensen

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14
Peak: 4 in Feb 2024
across 3 sources since Apr 2023

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Apr 2023 – Feb 2024

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What people are saying

Discussions reflect a generally positive reception, with phrases like 'interesting read' and 'fascinating' indicating curiosity and perceived value. The tone is professional and supportive, with some posts emphasizing the study’s significance for mental health interventions, underscoring its moderate but meaningful impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the relevance and potential benefits of the study, with some explicitly supporting its findings.

InterestModerate interest

Participants express overall curiosity and recognition of the importance of sleep interventions, though the language remains somewhat neutral.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments show moderate engagement through shared summaries and references, but lack deep critical analysis or detailed discourse.

ImpactModerate impact

The collective tone suggests that the publication is viewed as moderately influential, highlighting its potential relevance to sleep and mental health fields.

Abstract in brief

  • The study tested whether an app-based cognitive behavioral therapy program called Sleep Ninja could improve sleep and reduce depression symptoms in adolescents aged 12-16 with insomnia.
  • Results showed that participants using Sleep Ninja experienced significant reductions in insomnia and depression symptoms at 6 weeks, with insomnia improvements persisting at 14 weeks and depression improvements less consistent.
  • Changes in sleep due to the app intervention mediated reductions in depression, suggesting improving sleep might help decrease depressive symptoms among teens, with no adverse events reported.]

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Martin Pratt
@ACAMH_CEO · X

In this #OpenAccess paper, @alizaws et al. evaluate whether an app-based intervention for #Insomnia improved #Sleep and #Depression, and whether changes in insomnia mediated changes in depression. An interesting read. https://t.co/XSUfZlbmoI @WileyPsychology

Sep 29, 2023 · 11 likes · 5 shares · 1,810 followers View post →
Sophie
@SophieH_Li · X

Great summary. Targeting sleep to prevent emotional disorder onset….We’re on it!!! Check out our work on

Jun 3, 2023 · 7 likes · 297 followers View post →
Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry
@TheJCPP · X

In this #OpenAccess paper, @alizaws et al. evaluate whether an app-based intervention for #Insomnia improved #Sleep and #Depression, and whether changes in insomnia mediated changes in depression. An interesting read. https://t.co/3YbSqtS5hu @WileyPsychology

Aug 20, 2023 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 14,759 followers View post →
The CAMH journal
@TheCAMH · X

In this #OpenAccess @TheJCPP paper, @alizaws et al. evaluated whether an app-based intervention for insomnia improved #Sleep & #Depression, and whether changes in #Insomnia mediated changes in depression. Read the full paper to learn more. https://t.co/d5iaCbxRyM

Apr 4, 2023 · 3 likes · 7,968 followers View post →
Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry
@TheJCPP · X

In this interesting #OpenAccess paper, @alizaws et al. evaluated whether an app-based intervention for insomnia improved #Sleep & #Depression, and whether changes in #Insomnia mediated changes in depression. A fascinating read. https://t.co/RaFpBFEoiv

Apr 7, 2023 · 14,759 followers View post →
Matt Kempen
@kempen_matthew · X

In this #@TheJCPP OpenAccess paper, @alizaws et al. evaluate whether an app-based intervention for #Insomnia improved #Sleep and #Depression, and whether changes in insomnia mediated changes in depression. Interesting read. https://t.co/8uL0N5gw6l

Sep 10, 2023 · 1,404 followers View post →

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Martin Pratt
@ACAMH_CEO · X

In this #OpenAccess paper, @alizaws et al. evaluate whether an app-based intervention for #Insomnia improved #Sleep and #Depression, and whether changes in insomnia mediated changes in depression. An interesting read. https://t.co/XSUfZlbmoI @WileyPsychology

Sep 29, 2023 · 11 likes · 5 shares · 1,810 followers View post →
Matt Kempen
@kempen_matthew · X

In this #@TheJCPP OpenAccess paper, @alizaws et al. evaluate whether an app-based intervention for #Insomnia improved #Sleep and #Depression, and whether changes in insomnia mediated changes in depression. Interesting read. https://t.co/8uL0N5gw6l

Sep 10, 2023 · 1,404 followers View post →
CU_MeWeRTH
@CU_MeWeRTH · X

RT @TheJCPP: In this #OpenAccess paper, @alizaws et al. evaluate whether an app-based intervention for #Insomnia improved #Sleep and #Depre…

Aug 20, 2023 · 2 shares · 1,383 followers View post →
Faith Martin
@fam6 · X

RT @TheJCPP: In this #OpenAccess paper, @alizaws et al. evaluate whether an app-based intervention for #Insomnia improved #Sleep and #Depre…

Aug 20, 2023 · 2 shares · 892 followers View post →
Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry
@TheJCPP · X

In this #OpenAccess paper, @alizaws et al. evaluate whether an app-based intervention for #Insomnia improved #Sleep and #Depression, and whether changes in insomnia mediated changes in depression. An interesting read. https://t.co/3YbSqtS5hu @WileyPsychology

Aug 20, 2023 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 14,759 followers View post →
Sophie
@SophieH_Li · X

Great summary. Targeting sleep to prevent emotional disorder onset….We’re on it!!! Check out our work on

Jun 3, 2023 · 7 likes · 297 followers View post →
Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry
@TheJCPP · X

In this interesting #OpenAccess paper, @alizaws et al. evaluated whether an app-based intervention for insomnia improved #Sleep & #Depression, and whether changes in #Insomnia mediated changes in depression. A fascinating read. https://t.co/RaFpBFEoiv

Apr 7, 2023 · 14,759 followers View post →
The CAMH journal
@TheCAMH · X

In this #OpenAccess @TheJCPP paper, @alizaws et al. evaluated whether an app-based intervention for insomnia improved #Sleep & #Depression, and whether changes in #Insomnia mediated changes in depression. Read the full paper to learn more. https://t.co/d5iaCbxRyM

Apr 4, 2023 · 3 likes · 7,968 followers View post →