Journal article

P071 Actigraphy-Derived Rest-Activity Rhythms Predict Sleep-Related Self-Report Outcomes in Women Receiving Chemotherapy for Breast Cancer

J Maccora, H Bean, A Phillips, J Diggens, M Ftanou, M Alexander, L Stafford, P Francis, B Bei, J Wiley

SLEEP Advances | Oxford University Press (OUP) | Published : 2022

Abstract

Abstract Introduction Circadian rest-activity rhythms (RARs) disruption is common during chemotherapy for breast cancer, but little is known regarding its association with sleep and daytime functioning. In this study, we evaluated whether objectively-assessed RARs prospectively predict self-reported insomnia and fatigue symptoms, daytime sleep-related impairment, and sleep disturbance. Methods This is a secondary analysis of a trial. Participants (N=101) were randomized to cognitive behavioural plus light therapy or relaxation audios. Participants wore an actigraph continuo..

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