Tag Archives: Zoe Gotts

Treatment of insomnia reduces fatigue in CFS

Research abstract: Background: Effectiveness of cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) has not been explored in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), a condition where disturbed sleep is a principal symptom. This study aimed to report feasibility, acceptability and initial effectiveness of … Continue reading

Posted in News | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Treatment of insomnia reduces fatigue in CFS

The association between daytime napping and cognitive functioning in CFS

Research abstract Objectives The precise relationship between sleep and physical and mental functioning in chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) has not been examined directly, nor has the impact of daytime napping. This study aimed to examine self-reported sleep in patients with … Continue reading

Posted in News | Tagged , , , , , | Comments Off on The association between daytime napping and cognitive functioning in CFS

The role of sleep in CFS

Review abstract: Background: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) affects 0.23–2.6% of the adult population. Sleep-related complaints are amongst the most frequently reported symptoms in these patients. Although a biopsychosocial model of CFS offers a plausible framework for understanding the condition, the … Continue reading

Posted in News | Tagged , , , , , | Comments Off on The role of sleep in CFS