Daytime sleepiness, driving performance, reaction time and inhibitory control during sleep restriction therapy for Chronic Insomnia Disorder

Sixteen adults underwent sleep restriction therapy (SRT) over two weeks without significant changes in daytime sleepiness or objective performance.

• Participants adhered to the time restriction for sleep, maintaining a similar total sleep time from pre- to post-treatment.
• No significant changes were observed in daytime sleepiness as measured by the Epworth Sleepiness Scale.
• Objective performance showed no significant differences in reaction time or driving ability during the Go/NoGo task and driving simulator tests.
• These preliminary findings indicate that SRT may not pose a risk of significant impairments in sleepiness or reaction times for insomnia patients.

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