Dyssomnia

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Dyssomnia

Dyssomnia (pronounced dis-om-nia) is a category of sleep disorders characterized by either excessive sleepiness or difficulty in maintaining or initiating sleep. The term is derived from the Greek words "dys", meaning "bad" or "difficult", and "somnus", meaning "sleep".

Types of Dyssomnia

Dyssomnia can be broadly classified into two types:

  1. Primary Dyssomnia: This type of dyssomnia is not due to any known physical or mental condition. It includes disorders such as Insomnia, Hypersomnia, and Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorders.
  2. Secondary Dyssomnia: This type of dyssomnia is due to a physical or mental condition such as Depression, Anxiety, or Sleep Apnea.

Symptoms of Dyssomnia

Common symptoms of dyssomnia include:

  • Difficulty falling asleep
  • Frequent awakenings during the night
  • Early morning awakenings
  • Excessive daytime sleepiness
  • Difficulty staying awake during the day

Treatment of Dyssomnia

Treatment for dyssomnia often involves a combination of medical, behavioral, and psychological interventions. This may include Sleep Hygiene practices, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), and in some cases, medication.

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