1、A Multicomponent CBT for the Treatment of Insomnia and Nightmares in Survivors of Bushfires Presenting with PTSDDr Fadia Isaac Clinical PsychologistResearch team:Prof Gerard Kennedy,Dr Samia R Toukhsati,Prof Britt Klein,Dr Mirella DiBenedetto,Dr Shaun Watson,Dr Huy Nguyen Consequences of Bushfires(G
2、ary,2019)Increasing frequency and severity due to climate changeAnnual global financial losses estimated between USD$71.1$347.8 billionLoss of life,widespread displacement,and destruction of homes and infrastructureDisruption of social networks,community structures,and employment opportunitiesElevat
3、ed rates of alcohol and substance use,cardiovascular issues,and premature mortality(Thomas et al.,2017;Grant&Runkle,2022;Liu et al.,2015;OECD,2023;Popescu et al.,2022;Rodney et al.,2021;Rosenthal et al.,2021).2 July 2025Consequences of Bushfires Depression&Anxiety Suicidal ideation Sleep disorders P
4、ost-traumatic stress disorder(PTSD)(Guha-Sapir et al.,2015;Lowe et al.,2019;McRae&Sharples,2015;Willis,2020 Williams,2013;UNEP,2020;STEP INC,2019;The conversation,2023)Why Sleep Best-i?Stories of ImpactParticipants shared long-term mental health challenges following bushfires,including nightmares,in
5、somnia,and PTSD.The Need for Innovative SolutionsTraditional treatments often do not fully address the complex relationship between sleep disruption and trauma.Introducing Sleep Best-iA structured,self-paced digital program designed to support recovery through:Insomnia management Nightmare reduction
6、 PTSD symptom reliefSleep Best-iPsychoeducation Highlights the importance of sleep and how trauma can affect sleep patternsSleep Scheduling Supports participants in setting a consistent routine,realistic sleep goals,and better bedtime habitsCognitive Restructuring Teaches how to challenge unhelpful