Sleep physiology, abnormal states, and therapeutic interventions

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Adam M. Kaye: 0000-0002-7224-3322

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

Ochsner Journal

ISSN

1524-5012

Volume

12

Issue

2

First Page

122

Last Page

134

Publication Date

6-29-2012

Abstract

Sleep is essential. Unfortunately, a significant portion of the population experiences altered sleep states that often result in a multitude of health-related issues. The regulation of sleep and sleep-wake cycles is an area of intense research, and many options for treatment are available. The following review summarizes the current understanding of normal and abnormal sleep-related conditions and the available treatment options. All clinicians managing patients must recommend appropriate therapeutic interventions for abnormal sleep states. Clinicians' solid understanding of sleep physiology, abnormal sleep states, and treatments will greatly benefit patients regardless of their disease process. © Academic Division of Ochsner Clinic Foundation.

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