P052 Treatment preferences and help seeking behaviours of Australian adults with insomnia symptoms

Abstract Introduction Clinical guidelines for the treatment of insomnia recommend Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBTi) as first-line treatment, ideally provided by a psychologist. However, previous research shows most people with are not referred to psychologist, and many prescribed sedative-hypnotic medicines. This study surveyed seeking better understand their help-seeking behaviours preferences. Methods A total 745 Australian adults (Age M = 54.46, SD 13.39, 69% female) completed an online survey about sleeping difficulties, help behaviours, Insomnia Severity Index (ISI) scores 15+ were used identify chronic insomnia. Open ended questions allowed participants provide detailed qualitative information. Content analysis was analyse these data. Results Preliminary findings show 64% discussed sleep GP in past year but only 16% received referral psychologist or CBTi (7%). Reasons seeing include had (43%) cost concerns (25%). Only 13% who selected preferred been able access this treatment. Discussion Most Australia discuss GP, do receive Understanding preferences symptoms will barriers management insomnia, ensure more have evidence-based