Download or read book The Sleep Disorder Sourcebook written by Kenneth Fisher and published by Contemporary Books. This book was released on 1997-09-01 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The average person spends one-third of his or her life sleeping, a seemingly simple activity, yet 40 million Americans suffer from some type of sleep disorder. By providing the latest research and treatments, The Sleep Disorder Sourcebook is an essential guide for these sufferers and their loved ones.
Download or read book Sleeping Well written by Michael J. Thorpy and published by Checkmark Books. This book was released on 2001 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides an overview of sleep and sleep disorders, including sleep apnea, snoring, insomnia, dreams, stages of sleep, and restless legs syndrome.
Download or read book Sleep Disorders Sourcebook 5th Ed written by James Chambers and published by Infobase Holdings, Inc. This book was released on 2019-07-01 with total page 510 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Basic consumer health information about the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep disorders in children and adults, along with facts about how and why people sleep, diseases that affect sleep and the health consequences of sleep deprivation.
Download or read book Sleep Disorders Sourcebook written by Sandra J. Judd and published by Omnigraphics Incorporated. This book was released on 2010 with total page 593 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Basic consumer health information about sleep and sleep disorders, plus facts about diagnostic procedures, treatment strategies, sleep medications, and tips for improving sleep quality.
Download or read book Sleep Disorders Sourcebook written by Angela L. Williams and published by Omnigraphic, Incorporated. This book was released on 2019 with total page 560 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides basic consumer health information about the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep disorders in children and adults, along with facts about how and why people sleep, diseases that affect sleep and the health consequences of sleep deprivation. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources.
Download or read book Sleep Disorders Sourcebook written by James Chambers (Editor) and published by Omnigraphics. This book was released on 2023 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Provides basic health information about the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep disorders in children and adults, along with facts about diseases that affect sleep and the health consequences of sleep deprivation. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources"--
Download or read book Sleep Disorders Sourcebook written by Jenifer Swanson and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 466 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This Sourcebook will help readers identify symptoms of major sleep disorders, including insomnia, sleepwalking, sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, narcolepsy, and their treatment options. It describes sleep requirements, sleep changes through the lifespan, sleep medications, and the cost of sleep deprivation to society."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Download or read book Sleep Disorder Source Book written by Kenneth Fisher and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Sleep Disorders written by Kathleen J. Sexton-Radek and published by Praeger. This book was released on 2021-12-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This sourcebook presents the history of sleep disorders, from restless legs to insomnia to night terrors, alongside emerging research, illustrations of sleep disorders in society, and treatments. Part of the Health and Psychology Sourcebooks series, this compact volume offers concise information on an issue threatening human health and well-being: sleep disorders. The authors are established psychologists and researchers specializing in the study of sleep and sleep disorders, one an editor for the Journal of Sleep Disorders and Therapy and the other a certified behavioral sleep medicine specialist. The book begins with an introduction that underscores how prevalent sleep disorders and the condition of sleep deprivation are in this nation and why they are considered a public health concern. Chapters explain and illustrate disorders including apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy, nightmares, night terrors, and sleepwalking, with each chapter providing an empirical review followed by a case study. For each disorder, history; signs and symptoms; incidence; theory; personal, familial, societal, and economic factors; treatments and solutions; and emerging research are included.
Download or read book Sleep Disorders Sourcebook written by Amy L. Sutton and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 594 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Provides basic consumer health information about diagnosis, treatment, and management of various sleep disorders and sleep problems related to disease. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources."--Provided by publisher.
Download or read book Sleep Disorders Sourcebook written by and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides basic consumer health information about the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep disorders in children and adults, along with facts about diseases that affect sleep and the health consequences of sleep deprivation.
Download or read book Sleep Disorders written by Barbara Sheen and published by Greenhaven Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2013-03-01 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A sleep disorder is a condition that affects normal patterns of sleep and wakefulness. Although sleep disorders are not new, modern life seems to be intensifying the problem. Round the clock work schedules, globalization of commercial markets, stores that never close, television, and the Internet have all contributed to people sleeping less. Americans averaged nine hours of sleep per night in 1910. Today they average only 6.5 hours. This well-researched and up-to-date book offers readers a thorough overview of the many types of sleep disorders and how they are currently being treated. It talks about how people live and cope with sleep disorders. It also looks at current trends in sleep research. This resource includes a glossary, sources for further research, and a thorough subject index.
Download or read book Sleep Disorders Sourcebook written by Sandra J. Judd and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Basic consumer health information about sleep and sleep disorders, plus facts about diagnostic procedures, treatment strategies, sleep medications, and tips for improving sleep quality.
Download or read book Sleep Disorders written by Kathleen J. Sexton-Radek Ph.D. and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2021-12-02 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This sourcebook presents the history of sleep disorders, from restless legs to insomnia to night terrors, alongside emerging research, illustrations of sleep disorders in society, and treatments. Part of the Health and Psychology Sourcebooks series, this compact volume offers concise information on an issue threatening human health and well-being: sleep disorders. The authors are established psychologists and researchers specializing in the study of sleep and sleep disorders, one an editor for the Journal of Sleep Disorders and Therapy and the other a certified behavioral sleep medicine specialist. The book begins with an introduction that underscores how prevalent sleep disorders and the condition of sleep deprivation are in this nation and why they are considered a public health concern. Chapters explain and illustrate disorders including apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy, nightmares, night terrors, and sleepwalking, with each chapter providing an empirical review followed by a case study. For each disorder, history; signs and symptoms; incidence; theory; personal, familial, societal, and economic factors; treatments and solutions; and emerging research are included.
Download or read book What You Need to Know about Sleep Disorders written by John T. Peachey and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2021-11-01 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides readers with the information they need to know about sleep disorders: the process and purpose of sleep, the importance of good sleep hygiene, and the impact of modern life on our quality of sleep. Good sleep is essential for optimal health, yet a number of sleep disorders can interfere with consistent, restful sleep. From insomnia to sleep apnea and from narcolepsy to restless legs syndrome, these conditions can have an enormous impact on both the quantity and quality of an individual's sleep. What You Need to Know about Sleep Disorders is part of Greenwood's Inside Diseases and Disorders series. This series profiles a variety of physical and psychological conditions, distilling and consolidating vast collections of scientific knowledge into concise, readable volumes. A list of "Top 10" essential questions begins each book, providing quick-access answers to readers' most pressing concerns. The text follows a standardized, easily navigable structure, with each chapter exploring a particular facet of the topic. In addition to covering such basics as causes, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options, books in this series delve into issues that are less commonly addressed but still critically important, such as effects on loved ones and caregivers. Case illustrations highlight key themes discussed in the book and are accompanied by insightful analyses and recommendations.
Download or read book Sleep and Mental Illness written by S. R. Pandi-Perumal and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2010-04-01 with total page 451 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The diagnosis of mental illness is frequently accompanied by sleep problems; conversely, people experiencing sleep problems may subsequently develop mental illness. Sleep and Mental Illness looks at this close correlation and considers the implications of research findings that have emerged in the last few years. Additionally, it surveys the essential concepts and practical tools required to deal with sleep and co-morbid psychiatric problems. The volume is divided into three main sections: basic science, neuroendocrinology, and clinical science. Included are over 30 chapters on topics such as neuropharmacology, insomnia, depression, dementia, autism, and schizophrenia. Relevant questionnaires for the assessment of sleep disorders, including quality-of-life measurement tools, are provided. There is also a summary table of drugs for treating sleep disorders. This interdisciplinary text will be of interest to clinicians working in psychiatry, behavioral sleep medicine, neurology, pulmonary and critical care medicine.
Download or read book Sleep Disorders For Dummies written by Max Hirshkowitz and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-04-27 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When the last dinner dishes have been put away and the evening news is over, most of us think about going to bed. But for the millions who suffer from a chronic sleep disorder, going to bed doesn’t necessarily mean going to sleep. And for millions more who experience occasional sleep disturbances, nighttime might not be such a picnic, either. Now there’s an easy-to-follow guide to help you get a good night’s rest. Sleep Disorders For Dummies is for anyone who has trouble sleeping—or has a loved one who suffers from a sleep disorder. Written by a sleep specialist and a medical reporter, this no-nonsense guide helps you: Prevent and manage sleep disorders Improve your sleep habits Find relief from your symptoms Ask your doctor the right questions Enhance the quality of sleep This fact-packed guide walks you through the different types of sleep disorders, includin g sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy, and restless legs syndrome. You’ll discover the causes and symptoms of each disorder, the various medical conditions that can disrupt sleep, and the most common treatments. Plus, you’ll see how to use good nutrition and exercise to promote sounder sleep and avoid known sleep disrupters such as caffeine and problem foods. The authors also give you solid, reassuring advice on: Finding the right doctor to diagnose and treat your sleep disorder Managing stress and anxiety Turning your bedroom into a sleep sanctuary Choosing between the different types of sleep clinics Handling sleep disorders in children Featuring savvy tips on preventing jet lag, sleeping well if you work the night shift, and getting kids to bed without fuss, Sleep Disorders for Dummies will help you get your zzzzzzzzs!
