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Article: Passport to Wellness: Sleep disorders abound
- Article from:
- Maryland Gazette
- Article date:
- July 27, 2005
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Do you have trouble falling asleep? How about trouble staying
asleep?
Do you find yourself drowsy throughout the day? Do you drink
several cups of coffee just to stay alert?
You are not alone.
Millions of Americans suffer from sleep disorders. These common
syndromes can affect men and women of all ages and can often be quite
debilitating.
Sleep disorders refer to a group of syndromes that are
characterized by interruptions in the amount, quality or timing of
sleep as well as the behaviors or physiological conditions associated
with sleep. There are about 70 sleeping disorders, with insomnia
being one of the most common.
Insomnia is a sleep disorder defined by difficulty falling or
staying ...