
Sub Topics: Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience, Cognitive Neuroscience,...
Sub Tracks Clinical Neurology, Neurodegenerative...
Common Types of
Sleep Disorders, Causes of Sleep Disorders, Diagnosis of Sleep Disorders
Sleep Disorders
Sleep disorders are
a group of conditions that affect the ability to sleep well on a regular basis.
These disorders can disrupt the natural sleep-wake cycle, leading to
difficulties in falling asleep, staying asleep, or experiencing restful sleep.
Sleep disorders can have a significant impact on overall health, mood,
cognitive function, and quality of life.Sleep is crucial for physical health,
mental well-being, and proper functioning. Disorders can occur due to a variety
of factors, including lifestyle, stress, medical conditions, medications, or
even genetics.
Common Types of Sleep Disorder
· Overview: Insomnia is characterized by
persistent difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early
and being unable to fall back asleep, despite having the opportunity to sleep.
· Symptoms: Difficulty falling asleep, waking
up frequently during the night, early morning awakenings, and feeling unrested
during the day.
· Causes: Stress, anxiety, depression, poor
sleep habits, medications, chronic pain, or other underlying medical
conditions.