The most common adult parasomnia is nightmare disorder which has a lifetime prevalence of 66.2% in adults. It is classified as a REM-related parasomnia [1]. 1. What is A Parasomnia? A parasomnia is an abnormal behavior that happens during the sleep cycle that manifests with unwanted sensory, motor, or behavioral experiences. 2. What Are The…
Narcolepsy is a chronic neurological disorder affecting the sleep-wake cycles characterized by the following symptoms: In the United States, narcolepsy affects 1 in 2000 people, while it affects 3 million people worldwide [1]. Although narcolepsy can happen at any age, it is typically observed in individuals between the age of 10 and 30 years old….
Insomnia is a common sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep that can last for days or weeks (short-term insomnia) or for more than 6 months (chronic insomnia). Insomnia can be caused by biological factors such as anxiety, depression, sleep apnoea, genetics, and chronic conditions. It can also be caused by environmental factors such as…
