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Need Information on Sleeping Disorders?Main Types of Sleeping Disorders The most important information on sleeping disorders that you should know is the different types of disorders that are out there. The most common are: Sleep apnea, sleepwalking, parasomnias, night terrors, sleep eating, restless leg syndrome, bruxism, narcolepsy, periodic limb movement disorder, delayed sleep phase syndrome, hypopnea syndrome, jet lag, insomnia, rapid eye movement behavior disorder, shift work sleep disorder, and sleep paralysis. Another important piece of information on sleeping disorders that is significant is what occurs physically during some of these more commonly experienced types of sleeping disorders. For instance, in the case of insomnia, a person experiences the inability to fall asleep or even rest for a decent amount of time. Insomnia is typically considered a result of emotional issues as stress, fear, anxiety, and nervousness. As well, an overactive mind or even physical pain can cause insomnia. Sometimes the cause isn't necessarily a negative situation - overexcitement can also keep someone from getting a good night's rest. Bruxism is a sleeping disorder that involves the clenching and grinding of the teeth during sleep. Bruxism can cause chips in the teeth, as well as wear of the biting surface, along fractures and cracks in the teeth. The effects of bruxism may be quite advanced before sufferers are even actually aware that they have the condition, which is unfortunate because by this time there can be significant dental damage done. Sleep apnea is a sleeping disorder that is primarily characterized by brief interruptions of breathing during sleep. Several entire breaths can actually be skipped during these interruptions, which are referred to as apneas. Obstructive sleep apnea is the far more common form of sleep apnea, and it can be the result of an upper respiratory infection that causes nasal obstruction, or swelling of the throat, or even a case of tonsillitis that temporarily produces very enlarged tonsils. Narcolepsy is a sleeping disorder that is a neurological condition characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness. The main symptoms of narcolepsy are: Cataplexy, sleep paralysis, hypnagogic hallucinations, and automatic behavior. |
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