This study aims to explore the relationship between sleep and weight loss interventions in breast cancer survivors. Researchers want to understand how better sleep quality may affect weight management, which is vital for health and recovery. The findings could enhance supportive care and improve quality of life for this population.

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Ages 18+
• Diagnosed with breast cancer in the past 15 years
• Have difficulties sleeping or diagnosed with insomnia
• Overweight (BMI ≥ 25 kg/m2)
• Completed surgery and local therapy for for breast cancer >3 months prior to enrollment and any targeted therapy for at least 6 months (current endocrine therapy is allowed)

Exclusion Criteria:

• Current medications that cause sleep disturbances or weight gain/loss
• Currently enrolled in a weight loss program
• Sleep disorders other than insomnia (mild sleep apnea or treated sleep apnea is permitted)

If you participate in this study, here’s what you can expect:

1. Study Duration: The study will last 14 months.
2. Sleep Intervention: You’ll begin with 6 video sessions over 8 weeks focused on improving sleep quality.
3. Weight Loss Intervention: After the sleep phase, you’ll take part in 27 virtual behavioral weight loss sessions over 12 months.
4. Assessments: Throughout the study, several measures will be taken, including:
   • Weight, height, and waist/hip measurements
   • Sleep diaries and actigraphy (a wrist device to monitor sleep and activity)
   • Self-report questionnaires
   • DEXA scan for body composition analysis
5. Visits: You’ll have 5 in-person visits at the Johns Hopkins Bayview Campus and 1-2 monthly video coaching sessions lasting 20-30 minutes each.

By participating, you’ll contribute to important research that aims to improve health outcomes for women with early-stage breast cancer.

Eligible participants can earn up to $275 for completion of all study procedures. Cost of parking will be covered.

There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.