Psychotherapeutic, pharmacological and other active interventions from the NICE guideline for post-traumatic stress disorder with sleep disorder: systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Background: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is strongly associated with sleep disorders, and current clinical guidelines for PTSD differ in recommending treatment for patients with PTSD associated with sleep disorders. This meta-analysis evaluates the acceptability and efficacy of psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, and other complementary/alternative therapies, to help clinicians make decisions about treatment regimens for individuals with PTSD and sleep disorders. Method: We systematically searched PubMed, EMBASE, the Cochrane Library, and American Psychological Association PsyNet for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) related to