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Sleep disorders after a bone marrow/stem cell transplant or CAR T-cell therapy arise for a variety of reasons. This presentation describes five major sleep disorders, what causes them, and the most effective treatments to restore healthy sleep.

Insomnia, which is defined as difficulty falling or staying asleep, is three times higher among transplant recipients than the general population. Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) is a safer a treatment than sleep medications and more effective long-term.

Difficulty falling asleep and/or staying asleep is common among transplant recipients. The usual solutions recommended – sleep hygiene, medication – are less effective than cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia. Learn what defines a good night’s sleep and how to get it.