World's Best Scientists 2026 revealed!

D-Index & Metrics

Social Sciences and Humanities

D-Index
52
Citations
10877
World Ranking
2441
National Ranking
1188

Research.com Recognitions

  • 2011 - Fellow of the American Psychological Association (APA)

Overview

Lee M. Ritterband is affiliated with the University of Virginia in the United States and has an extensive research portfolio primarily focused on psychology and medicine. Their work spans several interrelated fields including experimental and cognitive psychology, general health professions, applied psychology, cognitive neuroscience, and endocrine and autonomic systems.

The scientist's main topics of study are centered on sleep and related disorders, with specific attention to sleep and wakefulness research. They also contribute to the fields of digital mental health interventions, mobile health and mHealth applications, circadian rhythm and melatonin, obesity, physical activity, and diet, as well as broader mental health research topics.

Lee M. Ritterband has published numerous papers, including the following recent works:

  • "Consensus statement on the problem of terminology in psychological interventions using the internet or digital components," 2020, Internet Interventions
  • "Effects of digital cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia on insomnia severity: a large-scale randomised controlled trial," 2020, The Lancet Digital Health
  • "Effect of Culturally Tailored, Internet-Delivered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia in Black Women," 2022, JAMA Psychiatry
  • "Liar! Liar! Identifying eligibility fraud by applicants in digital health research," 2021, Internet Interventions
  • "The Model of Gamification Principles for Digital Health Interventions: Evaluation of Validity and Potential Utility," 2020, Journal of Medical Internet Research

The scientist frequently collaborates with several coauthors, such as Kelly M. Shaffer, Frances P. Thorndike, Philip I. Chow, Jillian V Glazer, and Meghan Mattos. These collaborations have resulted in multiple joint publications.

Lee M. Ritterband's research is commonly published in venues such as SLEEP, Sleep Medicine, Annals of Behavioral Medicine, Internet Interventions, and Journal of Medical Internet Research, reflecting a consistent focus on sleep science and digital health.

In recognition of professional contributions, Lee M. Ritterband was awarded the status of Fellow of the American Psychological Association (APA) in 2011.

Best Publications

  • A Behavior Change Model for Internet Interventions

    Lee M. Ritterband;Frances P. Thorndike;Daniel J. Cox;Boris P. Kovatchev

  • Efficacy of internet-delivered cognitive-behavioral therapy for insomnia - A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

    Robert Zachariae;Marlene S. Lyby;Lee M. Ritterband;Mia S. O'Toole

  • Efficacy of an Internet-based behavioral intervention for adults with insomnia.

    Lee M. Ritterband;Frances P. Thorndike;Linda A. Gonder-Frederick;Joshua C. Magee

  • Internet interventions: In review, in use, and into the future.

    Lee M. Ritterband;Linda A. Gonder-Frederick;Daniel J. Cox;Allan D. Clifton

  • Effectiveness of an online insomnia program (SHUTi) for prevention of depressive episodes (the GoodNight Study): a randomised controlled trial

    Helen Christensen;Philip J Batterham;John A Gosling;Lee M Ritterband

  • Diabetes and behavioral medicine: the second decade.

    Linda A. Gonder-Frederick;Daniel J. Cox;Lee M. Ritterband

  • Effect of a Web-Based Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Insomnia Intervention With 1-Year Follow-up: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

    Lee M. Ritterband;Frances P. Thorndike;Karen S. Ingersoll;Holly R. Lord

  • Initial evaluation of an Internet intervention to improve the sleep of cancer survivors with insomnia.

    Lee M. Ritterband;Elaine T. Bailey;Frances P. Thorndike;Holly R. Lord

  • Oxford guide to low intensity CBT interventions.

    James Bennett-Levy;David A. Richards;Paul Farrand;Helen Christensen

  • Establishing guidelines for executing and reporting Internet intervention research.

    Judith Proudfoot;Britt Klein;Azy Barak;Per Carlbring

  • MindSpot Clinic: An Accessible, Efficient, and Effective Online Treatment Service for Anxiety and Depression.

    Nickolai Titov;Blake F. Dear;Lauren G. Staples;James Bennett-Levy

  • Cognitive Function is Disrupted by Both Hypo- and Hyperglycemia in School-Aged Children with type 1 diabetes: A Field Study

    Linda A. Gonder-Frederick;John Frank Zrebiec;Andrea U. Bauchowitz;Lee M. Ritterband

  • Internet-Delivered Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia in Breast Cancer Survivors: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

    Robert Hugh Zachariae;Ali Amidi;Malene Damholdt;Cecilie Dorthea Rask Clausen

  • An Internet intervention as adjunctive therapy for pediatric encopresis.

    Lee M. Ritterband;Daniel J. Cox;Lynn S. Walker;Boris Kovatchev

  • Validation of the Insomnia Severity Index as a Web-Based Measure

    Frances P. Thorndike;Lee M. Ritterband;Drew K. Saylor;Joshua C. Magee

  • Precipitants of constipation during early childhood.

    Stephen M. Borowitz;Daniel J. Cox;Anita Tam;Lee M. Ritterband

  • Directions for the International Society for Research on Internet Interventions (ISRII)

    Lee M Ritterband;Gerhard Andersson;Helen M Christensen;Per Carlbring

  • Predictors of fear of hypoglycemia in adolescents with type 1 diabetes and their parents.

    Linda A. Gonder-Frederick;Craig D. Fisher;Lee M. Ritterband;Daniel J. Cox

  • The Science of Internet Interventions

    Lee M. Ritterband;Deborah F. Tate

  • Development and Perceived Utility and Impact of an Internet Intervention for Insomnia.

    Frances P. Thorndike;Drew K. Saylor;Elaine T. Bailey;Linda Gonder-Frederick

Frequent Co-Authors

Karen S. Ingersoll
Karen S. Ingersoll University of Virginia
Børge Sivertsen
Børge Sivertsen Norwegian Institute of Public Health
Helen Christensen
Helen Christensen University of New South Wales
Ståle Pallesen
Ståle Pallesen University of Bergen
Carolyn J. Heckman
Carolyn J. Heckman Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Gerhard Andersson
Gerhard Andersson Linköping University
Tonya M. Palermo
Tonya M. Palermo University of Washington
Tore C. Stiles
Tore C. Stiles Norwegian University of Science and Technology
Robert Zachariae
Robert Zachariae Aarhus University Hospital
Mark Quigg
Mark Quigg University of Virginia

If you think any of the details on this page are incorrect, let us know.

Report an issue

We appreciate your kind effort to assist us to improve this page, it would be helpful providing us with as much detail as possible in the text box below:

Related Online Degrees & Career Pathways

Exploring Social Sciences and Humanities in the USA offers diverse career routes. Many students now choose online degrees for greater flexibility and accessibility. For those interested in clinical practice, psyd psychology programs offer a pathway to licensure and advanced expertise in psychological services.

If family therapy is your focus, consider one of the best online mft programs that are often available in accelerated formats. These prepare graduates for vital roles supporting couples and families in diverse settings.

Program cost is a key concern. Those wondering about affordability can research how much does it cost to get a masters in psychology. Tuition, fees, and financial aid options can vary significantly between institutions.

For education professionals seeking leadership roles, edd degrees are available in fast-track online formats. These programs help experienced educators step into high-level administrative and research positions.

Best Scientists Citing Lee M. Ritterband

Trending Scientists