Sleep Disorders

Sleep disorders are a group of conditions that affect the ability to sleep well on a regular basis. They can disrupt the normal pattern of sleep, leading to difficulties falling asleep, staying asleep, or achieving restorative sleep. Sleep disorders can be caused by various factors, including medical conditions, psychological issues, lifestyle choices, and environmental factors. Some common types of sleep disorders include insomnia (difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep), sleep apnea (interrupted breathing during sleep), narcolepsy (excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden sleep attacks), restless legs syndrome (uncomfortable sensations in the legs, often relieved by moving them), and parasomnias (abnormal behaviors or movements during sleep, such as sleepwalking or nightmares). Treatment for sleep disorders depends on the specific type and underlying cause but may include lifestyle changes, therapy, medication, or devices like CPAP machines for sleep apnea.