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Application of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Comparison of combined treatment, and CPAP Therapy on Executive Functions of the Brain

Maryam Talebi, Kazem Rasoolzadeh Tabatabayee, Ensiyeh Vahedi.


Abstract
Sleep apnea disorder brings about negative effects to the quality of life of the people involved. Debilitation of cognitive functioning is one of the consequences of this condition. Scant researches have been carried out to explore the efficacy of cognitive therapy on mitigating clinical symptoms and cognitive functions of the brain. In our study we combined cognitive method and medical treatment. This research aims to compare the effectiveness of continuous positive air pressure (CPAP) therapy and cognitive-behavioral treatment (CBT) on improving mental cognitive functions in patients with sleep apnea disorder.
Methods: The study population included all patients referred the Sleep Disorders Clinic in Tehran. The sample consisted of 45 people who were randomly placed into three groups of 15 people (CPAP, combined treatment, and control). All three groups were psychologically assessed prior to the intervention. Next, individuals in the cognitive-behavioral group underwent CPAP and 12 sessions of cognitive training, progressive muscle relaxation, mental visualization, and sleep hygiene. The other group went through CPAP therapy and the third group were assessed. After the intervention, All groups were assessed psychologically. Data collection instruments included Wisconsin cognitive software, simple Stroop, complex Stroop, continuous performance, polysomnography device, and CPAP devices.
Results: The results indicated that both types of intervention can enhance cognitive functioning; however, a greater efficacy is obtained by combining the two methods compared with the exclusive application of medical treatment solely.
Conclusion: We propose cognitive-behavioral therapy as a complement to medical treatment.

Key words: Obstructive sleep apnea, CPAP Therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, cognitive functions


 
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Talebi M, Tabatabayee KR, Vahedi E. Application of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Comparison of combined treatment, and CPAP Therapy on Executive Functions of the Brain. Sleep Hypn. 2018; 20(3): 148-159.

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Talebi M, Tabatabayee KR, Vahedi E. Application of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Comparison of combined treatment, and CPAP Therapy on Executive Functions of the Brain. Sleep Hypn. 2018; 20(3): 148-159.


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Talebi M, Tabatabayee KR, Vahedi E. Application of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Comparison of combined treatment, and CPAP Therapy on Executive Functions of the Brain. Sleep Hypn. (2018), [cited June 23, 2026]; 20(3): 148-159.


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Talebi, M., Tabatabayee, . K. R. & Vahedi, . E. (2018) Application of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Comparison of combined treatment, and CPAP Therapy on Executive Functions of the Brain. Sleep Hypn, 20 (3), 148-159.


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Talebi, Maryam, Kazem Rasoolzadeh Tabatabayee, and Ensiyeh Vahedi. 2018. Application of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Comparison of combined treatment, and CPAP Therapy on Executive Functions of the Brain. Sleep and Hypnosis, 20 (3), 148-159.


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Talebi, Maryam, Kazem Rasoolzadeh Tabatabayee, and Ensiyeh Vahedi. "Application of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Comparison of combined treatment, and CPAP Therapy on Executive Functions of the Brain." Sleep and Hypnosis 20 (2018), 148-159.


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Talebi, Maryam, Kazem Rasoolzadeh Tabatabayee, and Ensiyeh Vahedi. "Application of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Comparison of combined treatment, and CPAP Therapy on Executive Functions of the Brain." Sleep and Hypnosis 20.3 (2018), 148-159. Print.


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Talebi, M., Tabatabayee, . K. R. & Vahedi, . E. (2018) Application of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Comparison of combined treatment, and CPAP Therapy on Executive Functions of the Brain. Sleep and Hypnosis, 20 (3), 148-159.


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