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March 16th 2023
Researchers investigated sleep disturbances in individuals at ultra-high risk of psychosis.
March 14th 2023
The value of a good night's sleep...
March 7th 2023
Sleep and suicide: researchers performed a systematic review and meta-analysis of objective sleep markers of suicidal behaviors in patients with psychiatric disorders.
February 28th 2023
Sleep disturbances can exacerbate TBI symptoms. Here’s how to address them.
December 16th 2022
Many individuals do not get medical support for insomnia. Here's how you can help.
Predicting Daytime Sleepiness & Fatigue Post-Stroke
Cognitive and psychiatric symptoms at 3 months post-stroke might predict daytime sleepiness and fatigue at 12 months.
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Sleep in America
Survey results shed light on the effects of insomnia and obstacles to effective treatment.
Leveraging GAT to Address Sleep Burden in Youth
New research explores the impact of GAT on TGNC youth.
Overview and Prevalence of Insomnia
Drs Paul Doghramji and Leslie Citrome provide an overview of the diagnosis and prevalence of insomnia.
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Study Explores Impact of Circadian Pathway, Insomnia Risk Genes on Sleep Disturbance in Autism
Connections between autism risk, sleep disturbances, insomnia risk genes and circadian pathways were analyzed.
The Week in Review: October 17-21
From herbal medicine for psychiatrists to the psychiatric implications of the Parkland School massing shooting, here are highlights from the week in Psychiatric Times.
App Intervention May Reduce Insomnia in Health Care Workers
Does the YOI intervention improve mental health workers’ insomnia? Research says yes.
Longitudinal Study of Sleep and ADHD Symptoms
Good night, sleep tight! Researchers performed a 9-year follow-up of sleep disturbance and ADHD symptoms in a population-based cohort study.
Key Takeaways and the Future of Narcolepsy Treatment
An expert panel concludes the discussion by reviewing factors to consider when diagnosing and treating narcolepsy.
Goals of Therapy and Factors That Shape Narcolepsy Treatment
A group of specialists discuss treatment options for patients experiencing daytime sleepiness and anxiety.
Clinical Impressions From Patient Case #2
Thought leaders discuss what elements to consider when distinguishing between cataplexy and pseudo cataplexy.
Patient Case #2: 27-Year-Old Woman With Cataplexy
Thomas E. Scammell, MD reviews the history and current symptoms of a patient with narcolepsy.
New Directions in Treatment
Thought leaders consider the role of newer medications in the therapeutic landscape.
Challenges in the Management of Narcolepsy
Thomas E. Scammell, MD; Heidi Moawad, MD; Phyllis C. Zee, MD, PhD; and Ruth Benca, MD, PhD, discuss abuse, side effects, and other obstacles associated with traditional medications.
Pharmacological Treatment Approaches
Thomas E. Scammell, MD; Heidi Moawad, MD; Phyllis C. Zee, MD, PhD; and Ruth Benca, MD, PhD, discuss the advantages and disadvantages of specific drug mechanisms for the treatment of narcolepsy.
Non-Pharmacological Approaches and Counseling
A multidisciplinary panel of sleep experts reviews the role of light exposure, exercise, and other non-pharmacological methods in narcolepsy management.
The Role of Multidisciplinary Teams and Treatment Options
Thought leaders discuss clinical considerations regarding the many intersecting and complicating conditions that individuals with narcolepsy may experience.
Clinical Impressions from Patient Case #1
Heidi Moawad, MD; Phyllis C. Zee, MD, PhD; and Ruth Benca, MD, PhD, share details about a patient case that may impact clinical considerations and therapeutic decision-making.
Patient Case #1: 19-Year-Old Man With Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
Thomas E. Scammell, MD, presents a case study for a college student with a history of sleepiness.
Challenges in the Diagnosis of Narcolepsy
A multidisciplinary panel of experts outline the difficulties of distinguishing narcolepsy frfom other sleep disorders and psychiatric comorbid conditions.
Narcolepsy: Making the Right Diagnosis
In this installment of the Around the Practice custom video program, doctors discussed management of narcolepsy.
5 Foods to Improve Sleep
These 5 foods can help improve quantity and quality of sleep.
Need Your Sleep: DTx for Treating Comorbid Insomnia and Psychiatric Disorders
Digital therapeutics may be poised to step up as the next CBT.
New Directions for Insomnia and Bipolar Disorder
The average patient with bipolar disorder struggles with sleep disorders. Here's how you can help.
Sex Differences in Insomnia and Cognition in Schizophrenia
Thinking about sex and sleep in schizophrenia: Researchers performed a large cross-sectional study of sex differences in insomnia and cognition in chronic schizophrenia.
Sleepy Link: Sleep, Depression, & Bipolar Disorder in Children and Adolescents
Sleep, depression, and bipolar disorder: what's the connection?
Sleep Attitudes Influence Sleep More than Knowledge
How can knowledge—and positive attitudes—about sleep improve quality of life for patients?
Sleep Patterns in Borderline Personality Disorder
Sleep disturbances in borderline personality disorder are relatively unrecognized.
Daridorexant: Improvement on Measures of Sleep Onset and Sleep Maintenance
The US Food and Drug Administration has approved a new medication for the treatment of insomnia.
Research Shows dCBT May Help Prevent Postpartum Depression
Study also suggests link between postpartum depression and insomnia.