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THE SLEEP DISORDER EPIDEMIC

The number of people suffering from common sleep disorders has reached epidemic proportions.  According to the National Sleep Foundation, sleep disorders affect over 50 to 70 million Americans.  These disorders include:

INSOMNIA

Tens of millions of Americans each year suffer from insomnia, which can lead to serious sleep deficits and problems.  Insomnia affects about 40 percent of women and 30 percent of men.

Warning Signs:

Why You Shouldn't Ignore Insomnia

Chronic sleep problems often signal other medical or psychiatric problems, particularly in women according to U.S. News.
(Michelle Andrews, US News-October 16, 2007)

Help For Insomnia Isn't Always Found In A Pill

Sleep therapists have demonstrated the effectiveness of a brief form of psychotherapy called cognitive behavioral therapy. Through it, patients learn to restructure their thinking about sleep, which is often erroneous, and to change counterproductive bedtime habits.
(Jane E. Brody-New York Times under Health –May 16, 2006)

Primary Insomnia and a Neurochemical Abnormality in Young and Middle-Aged Adults Linked by Study

A study in the November 1 issue of the journal of Sleep is the first demonstration of a specific neurochemical abnormality in adults with primary insomnia, providing greater insight to the limited understanding of the condition’s pathology.
(Kelly Wagner, AASM-the article is in the journal of "Sleep" the official journal of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, Nov 1, 2008 8)

Insomnia Links

The American Insomnia Association (AIA) A patient-based organization that is dedicated to assisting and providing resources to individuals who suffer from insomnia. The AIA advocates and promotes awareness, education, and research of insomnia disorders and encourages the formation of local support groups. www.americaninsomniaassociation.org

Sleep Disorder Guide
A comprehensive guide about sleep disorders, which includes descriptions, symptoms, causes and treatments of various sleep disorders. www.sleepdisordersguide.com

Insomnia 123
Information to help people with insomnia manages the condition, including free sleep music with guided imagery and an interactive 'Sleep Diary'.
www.insomnia123.com