Sleep Disorders
There are more than 80 defined sleep disorders including insomnia, sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome, and narcolepsy. Lifestyle changes—for example, establishing a regular sleep schedule, relaxing before bedtime, exercising regularly, and avoiding alcohol, caffeine, and nicotine—can sometimes improve sleep quality.
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This fact sheet provides basic information on sleep disorders and “what the science says” about the effectiveness of CAM practices people use as sleep aids.
For Consumers
General Information
Research Spotlights
Ongoing Medical Studies
- Find Active Medical Research Studies on Sleep Disorders (ClinicalTrials.gov)
Multimedia
For Health Professionals
General Information
NCCAM Clinical Digest
Clinical Practice Guidelines
Scientific Literature
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Systematic Reviews/Reviews/Meta-analysis (PubMed®)
- Randomized Controlled Trials (PubMed®)
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