Research Evaluating Brief Behavioral Sleep Treatments for Rural Elderly (RESTORE): a preliminary examination of effectiveness.

Objective To test the effectiveness of brief behavioral intervention for insomnia in rural elderly. Methods Twenty older insomniacs (≥65 years of age) were randomly assigned to sleep hygiene education (SHE; N=9) or multicomponent behavioral treatment (MBT; N=11). Rural care providers individually administered treatment (two in-person sessions/two telephone follow-ups). Training involved a two-day workshop. Results At posttreatment, 10 MBT participants no longer met criteria for insomnia compared to 3 SHE participants. Conclusion Brief behavioral intervention for late-life insomnia can be quickly taught and effectively delivered by "real-world" care providers in rural primary care settings.