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Sleep Disorders - Somnipathy - Problematic Sleep - Medical Help For Problem Sleeping - Help To Sleep
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About Sleeping Disorders
A sleep disorder is a disorder in the sleep patterns of a person. Some sleep disorders can interfere with mental and emotional function. For a variety of reasons, or causes, sleep disorders are very common. Below is a list of some common sleep disorders. A test commonly ordered for some sleep disorders is the polysomnogram, or PSG. PSGs are typically done in a licensed, professional medical sleep study facility - like Advanced Sleep Disorders center.
Some people may complain that they can’t fall asleep, remain asleep, or that they are "sleepy" during the day. Most of these people aren't considering they may have a sleep disorder.
Particular behaviors during normal daytime activities are definite signs of sleep deprivation or even sleeping disorders. If you or someone you know are experiencing one or more of the following symptoms during the day, you may not be getting enough restful sleep at night, and you may even have a sleep disorder.
Do you...
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feel irritable or sleepy during the day?
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ever have problems remaining awake when sitting still, even when watching television or reading?
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ever fall asleep while driving?
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ever have difficulty paying attention or concentrating on normal activities during work, school, or at home?
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ever perform below your obvious potential in work, school, or at sports?
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ever or often get told by others that you "look tired?"
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ever have difficulty with your memory?
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ever react slowly, or more slowly than you were used to?
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ever have emotional outbursts, or more than you used to?
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feel like taking a nap nearly every day?
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ever require or feel the need for caffeinated beverages or energy drinks to keep yourself going?
Chances are, if you answer yes to one or more of these questions, that you may have a sleeping disorder - and it is more than worth the time and energy to find out from a medical professional. Only a medical professional can order the required testing to know positively if you have one or more sleeping disorders, and for what level of acuity.
Common Sleep Disorders
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Bruxism: The sufferer involuntarily grinds his or her teeth while sleeping.
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Delayed sleep phase syndrome (DSPS): A sleep disorder of circadian rhythm, characterized by the inability to wake up and fall asleep at the desired times, but not by inability to stay asleep.
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Hypopnea syndrome: Abnormally shallow breathing or slow respiratory rate while sleeping.
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Narcolepsy: The condition of falling asleep spontaneously and unwillingly.
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Night terror or Pavor nocturnus or sleep terror disorder: abrupt awakening from sleep with behavior consistent with terror.
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Parasomnias: Include a variety of disruptive sleep-related events.
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Periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD): Involuntary movement of arms and/or legs during sleep. See also Hypnic jerk, which is not a disorder.
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Rapid eye movement behavior disorder (RBD): Acting out violent or dramatic dreams while in REM sleep.
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Restless legs syndrome (RLS): An irresistible urge to move legs while sleeping. Often accompanies PLMD.
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Shift work sleep disorder (SWSD).
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Sleep apnea: The obstruction of the airway during sleep.
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Sleepwalking or somnambulism: Engaging in activities that are normally associated with wakefulness (such as eating or dressing), which may include walking, without the conscious knowledge of the subject.
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Snoring: Loud breathing patterns while sleeping, sometimes accompanying sleep apnea.
Common sleep disorders are usually treatable, and sometimes very quickly. No one needs to suffer needlessly when help is readily available. Consult your doctor, primary care physician or a sleep disorder professional if you, or someone you know, may be suffering and needing attention. If you are unsure whom to contact in the Grants Pass or Southern Oregon area then just call us at the Advanced Sleep Disorders Center (541-772-5754) and we'll lead you in the right direction.
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