ACEs, CBT-i, and Cardiovascular Health - NCT07927335

Our accumulating evidence indicates that young adults that have been exposed to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) display both impaired vascular function, poorer cardiometabolic health, and poor sleep. Our data indicate that sleep impairments may mediate the link between ACEs and vascular and metabolic dysfunction. The primary purpose of this project is to determine if cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-i) is feasible for improving sleep in young adults who have been exposed to ACEs and who have poor sleep. Secondarily, we will collect preliminary efficacy data to determine whether CBT-i can improve vascular and cardiometabolic health in this population, as well as perceived stress and anxiety.