Yoga Nidra to Help Older Adults Reduce Sleep Meds
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a guided relaxation practice called yoga nidra (done remotely at home) can help older adults reduce their use of sleep medications like Ambien or Valium. You'll participate in 30-minute sessions and get support to slowly cut back on your medication.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years of age or older.
- You take a sleep medication (like Ambien, Valium, or Ativan) at least 3 nights a week for 3 months or more and want to reduce it.
- You can speak, read, and understand English.
- You can sit or lie down comfortably for 30 minutes at a time.
- You have a primary care doctor you see regularly.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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