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SLEEP DISORDERS

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What Is Insomnia?

Sleep disorders (or sleep-wake disorders) involve problems with the quality, timing, and amount of sleep, which result in daytime distress and impairment in functioning. Sleep-wake disorders often occur along with medical conditions or other mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, or cognitive disorders. There are several different types of sleep-wake disorders, of which insomnia is the most common. Other sleep-wake disorders include obstructive sleep apnea, parasomnias, narcolepsy, and restless leg syndrome. Sleep problems include:

Understanding Insomnia

What Are the Different Types of Insomnia?

There are an infinite number of reasons why any person would have trouble sleeping. If an individual’s insomnia can be linked to another medical condition such as depression or even heartburn, then it is categorized as secondary insomnia. Another type of insomnia called primary insomnia describes a situation in which the person does not have any other associated conditions with their sleeping disorder.

Acute vs. Chronic Insomnia

An additional distinction exists between insomnia that lasts for a short period (acute insomnia) and insomnia that lasts long-term (chronic insomnia). Acute insomnia typically applies to those who experience insomnia as a result of stress or other serious events going on in their personal lives.

Diagnosis and Treatment for Insomnia

It is important to talk with Dr. Gardner if you notice that you have difficulty sleeping for approximately three nights out of the week. First, Dr. Gardner will start the process of diagnosing your insomnia by completing a physical exam to see if there is any reason why you would be experiencing significant discomfort at night.

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