Sleep Disorders Medical Reference

Learn more about armodafinil (Nuvigil), a drug that helps relieve sleepiness from sleep disorders such as narcolepsy and shift work disorder.

Learn about possible side effects of this prescription medicine and what to do if they happen to you.

Snoring keeping you up at night? Some strategies you can try at home may provide relief.

Women are more likely to live with insomnia than men. Find out why, and what you can do to improve the quality of your sleep.

Ever wonder why it's so hard for you to get a good night's sleep? Your sleep hygiene may be the problem.

Find out what you need to know about blackout curtains. Discover the pros, cons, risks, benefits, and how they may affect health.

Idiopathic hypersomnia can make it hard to have a social life. Learn how to communicate so you can stay connected to the people important to you.

With idiopathic hypersomnia, it’s hard to get to a diagnosis, much less an effective treatment. Learn what you need to know to take control of your care.

Find out what you need to know about sleep coaching and discover if it’s the right choice for your child.

Both cold and hot showers have several health benefits. Cold showers can improve circulation and help soothe muscle soreness, and warm showers can promote more restful sleep.

Melatonin is a hormone that your body naturally makes. It comes in an OTC sleep aid. It’s safe but could cause side effects if you take too much.

Find out about correct pillow posture and how to choose the right pillow and sleeping position for you.

Find out what you need to know about meditation to help with sleep. Discover the pros and cons, and how it can affect your health and sleep cycle.

Dyssomnia is a group of common sleeping disorders that can affect your quality of sleep. Learn more about the signs, symptoms, and causes of dyssomnia to start getting better sleep.

Your body needs vitamins and minerals for energy. Supplements may give you a boost, but too much may not be safe. Here’s what to know.

About 18% of people in the United States deal with excessive daytime sleepiness. Use these tips to stay alert and make your days productive.

If you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep, your medication may be to blame. Learn which drugs and supplements can cause insomnia and what you can do about it.

Sleeping pills don’t work for everyone. But they are not your last chance at sleep. If they don’t work for you, go back to your doctor. There are more treatments to try.

Do you struggle to get a full night’s sleep? You might have a sleep disorder, or it could be the temporary result of schedule changes or stress.

Insomnia is the most common sleep disorder. Learn the latest that scientists have to say about causes and treatments.

Find out what types of sleep specialists and other health professionals can help you find solutions to your insomnia.

If you’ve had insomnia for more than 3 months, pills and sleep hygiene aren’t the answer. You need sleep therapy and a healthy lifestyle to boost its effects.

Hypnosis may help some people change behaviors or attitudes that they can’t change otherwise, like smoking or overeating. Limited research says it could help people with insomnia sleep better, too.

Find tips and strategies for managing chronic insomnia treatment costs, including doctor visits, sleep study, medication, and alternative medications and therapies.

It might seem strange to think that light could help you sleep, but at the right times, it can. If you have insomnia, light therapy may be a good solution for you.

Cataplexy is a type of sudden weakness in your muscles that can make you go limp or temporarily lose your ability to move. Here’s what you need to know about the symptoms, causes, and treatments.

What are the best treatments for insomnia? Find out about cognitive behavioral therapy, lifestyle changes, and medications that can help.

You feel like you have insomnia, but your partner says you sleep soundly. You may have sleep state misperception. OTC meds may do more harm than good. Find out what works.

Learn more about whether a thyroid problem might be the reason you can’t go to sleep or have trouble coming out of a fog during the day.

Can sleep tracking devices help you get better sleep? Find out what they can and can’t do, and how to choose the right one for you.

Is your teen staying up all night, and acting tired and grumpy during the day? Teens may experience natural changes to their sleep cycle, but insomnia can be a sign of more serious health problems, too. Find out when to see your doctor.

Anxiety and insomnia are connected. Learn more about them and see how you can break the cycle between them.

Tips for remaining productive at work or in college when you have narcolepsy. How to manage symptoms, be flexible, and approach supervisors or professors.

Orexins are chemicals in your brain that help your body stay awake. When you have narcolepsy, you don’t have enough neurons that make orexins.

You’ve been diagnosed with narcolepsy. It’s likely you’ll be making some lifestyle changes, and you might need help doing that. Here are ways to get support you need.

What you need to know about driving safely when you have narcolepsy.

A healthy lifestyle that includes sleep, exercise, and a good diet can help manage symptoms of narcolepsy and the risks that come along with it.

If you have narcolepsy, you may also have other conditions.

Sleep attacks are the most obvious symptom of narcolepsy. They can make life difficult and dangerous, but you can control them with medication and lifestyle changes.

Treating and managing a sleep disorder can be expensive. But there are ways to hold costs down. Learn more about the cost of narcolepsy.

Narcolepsy has many potential effects beyond falling asleep suddenly at any time. Learn about these complications and ways to cope.

Narcolepsy is unlikely to cause any problems with your pregnancy or delivery. But you may need to make changes to your medications and get extra help so you can get all the rest you need.

Narcolepsy makes it hard to stay awake in school, pay attention, and complete assignments. But parents can take action to set their kids up for success.

What’s the link between narcolepsy and weight gain? What steps can you take to manage it?

Could a student’s lack of sleep cause learning difficulties, or are their learning difficulties making it hard for them to get a good night’s sleep? Kids with learning challenges like ADHD or dyslexia often have trouble sleeping. Lack of sleep can make it harder for students to concentrate and get through the school day too. Find out how good sleep habits can improve grades.

People with narcolepsy may also have mental health disorders like depression and anxiety. Learn more about the link between narcolepsy and your mental health.

They have a lot of symptoms in common, but narcolepsy and chronic fatigue can cause different problems and require different treatments. So it’s important to get the right diagnosis.

Narcolepsy is rare and has the same symptoms as many other more common conditions. That’s why up to 60% of people with narcolepsy may get the wrong diagnosis at first.

What’s the difference between narcolepsy and obstructive sleep apnea? These two sleep disorders may have some similar symptoms and effects on your daily life, but they’re different in important ways too. Find out the common signs of narcolepsy and sleep apnea and why you may have both conditions.