The SHUTi Program
What is SHUTi?
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SHUTi is a self-guided, fully automated, interactive, and tailored internet-based program modeled on the primary tenets of face-to-face CBT-I (sleep restriction, stimulus control, cognitive restructuring, sleep hygiene, relapse prevention). It is fully accessible via computers, tablets, and smartphones as a web-based application. The theoretical model of behavior change for SHUTi is Social Cognitive Theory (SCT),1 the most widely used model of behavior change in the internet intervention literature.2
SHUTi content is metered out over time through six “Cores.” Each Core acts as an online analog for the typical weekly sessions of face-to-face CBT for insomnia, following the same general structure: (1) Core objectives – what will be learned and why this information is important, (2) review of previous week’s homework and sleep diary data, (3) new intervention material, (4) assignment of homework – treatment strategies for the coming week, and (5) a summary of the Core’s main points. Users obtain access to a new Core based on a time- and event-based schedule (i.e., time since previous Core, completion of sleep diaries).
The SHUTi program relies on user-entered online sleep diaries to track progress and tailor treatment recommendations (e.g., assign and adjust a “sleep window” as part of the sleep restriction technique). Intervention content was created to be engaging, based on learning theory and instructional design.3 SHUTi is enhanced through a variety of interactive features, including personalized goal-setting, graphical feedback based on inputted symptoms, animations / illustrations to enhance comprehension, quizzes to test user knowledge, patient vignettes, and video-based expert explanations. A thorough description of the development and perceived utility and impact of SHUTi has been published.4
To view table with SHUTi studies, past and present, click here.
Interested in using SHUTi in a study?
SHUTi is available for clinical trials and studies. Please contact us to discuss your project and pricing.
SHUTi for Researchers (S4R) FAQs
Is SHUTi affordable for my study?
SHUTi for Researchers is designed to be a turn-key, low-cost option for studies. By providing a standard version of SHUTi with a full administrative dashboard and export capabilities, researchers can effectively use SHUTi in clinical trials with no waiting or excessive costs. Base fees range from $4250 to $5750 with a per user cost ranging from $120-$310, depending on options.
How much lead time do I need to use SHUTi in my clinical trial?
SHUTi for Researchers is ready to use immediately once we assign your unique participant code.
Will our clinical staff be able to track and follow participants?
The SHUTi admin dashboard will allow your staff to follow patients individually or as a group. Key data is displayed in real time.
Is there a Patient Education option for comparison?
UVA provides the option of using SHUTi alone or having the option of randomizing participants into a Patient Education group. Patient Education contains written mateials, only, no interactions or videos. Once the study is complete, study administrators have the option of providing SHUTi to the Patient Education arm at no additional charge.
Are assessement diaries included?
You can use SHUTi with or without pre- and post-assessments. Pre-assessment Sleep Diaries, assesement diaries at 9-weeks, 6-months, and 12-months, are available options.
Is there a database of past SHUTi trials?
SHUTi has been used in over 40 trials internationally. A list of US-based trials is easily discoverable on clinicaltrials.org using the keyword SHUTi.
Administrative Panel Snapshot
Daily Sleep Diary Snapshot
Screenshot from Sleep Window Core
- Hageman PA, Walker SN, Pullen CH. Tailored versus standard internet‐delivered interventions to promote physical activity in older women. Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy. 2005;28(1):28-33.
- Napolitano MA, Fotheringham M, Tate DF, et al. Evaluation of an internet-based physical activity intervention: A preliminary investigation. Ann Behav Med. 2003;25(2):92-99.
- van Stralen MM, de Vries H, Mudde AN, Bolman C, Lechner L. The long-term efficacy of two computer-tailored physical activity interventions for older adults: Main effects and mediators. Health Psychology. 2011;30(4):442.
- Irvine AB, Gelatt VA, Seeley JR, Macfarlane P, Gau JM. Web-based intervention to promote physical activity by sedentary older adults: Randomized controlled trial. Journal of medical Internet research. 2013;15(2).