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Insomnia

Specialty: Psychiatry.

  • not sleeping
  • sleep problems
  • difficulty sleeping

Why it occurs

  • Poor sleep hygiene
  • Anxiety/depression
  • Pain
  • Caffeine/toxic
  • Sleep apnea

Initial workup

Sleep hygiene and agenda; rule out depression, apnea and drugs/stimulants.

red flags

Insomnia + snoring and daytime sleepiness → rule out sleep apnea.

Standard management

  • Sleep hygiene — first measure
  • Short-term hypnotics — punctual and limited use

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousIllusions
Area
Psychiatry
Listed causes
5
Treatment options
2
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