The most common types of sleep disorders
Over 100 types of sleep disorders Exist.
Summarized details on symptoms and treatment of the most common types of sleep disorders:
• Insomnia
• Sleep apnea sleep disorder
• Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) and Periodic Limb Movement Disorder (PLMD)
• Narcolepsy
Insomnia
Insomnia is a significant lack of high-quality sleep. This can be short-term or chronic and may be caused by stress, a change in time zones or sleep schedule, poor bedtime habits, or an underlying medical or psychiatric condition.
Symptoms and Forms of Insomnia
• Difficulty falling asleep despite being tired
• Requiring sleeping pills or alcohol to fall asleep
• Awakening frequently during the night or lying awake in the middle of the night
• Awakening too early in the morning despite not feeling refreshed
• Daytime drowsiness, fatigue, and irritability
Treatment Approaches for Insomnia
• Relaxation
• Stress reduction
• Behavior modification
• Cognitive-behavioral therapy
• Alternative therapies
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