Struggling with sleep

Sleep problems plague Americans. Shutting down Starbucks might help, but thats not going to happen. And we cant pin all the blame on caffeine. Heres some information about several sleep issues that may disrupt sleep for you and your sleep partner.

Common sleep problems

Insomnia. Difficulty falling asleep or waking up during the night and being unable to fall back to sleep, leading to daytime sleepiness.

Sleep Apnea. When breathing stops briefly during sleep.

Snoring. May accompany apnea.

Restless Leg Syndrome. Involuntary jerking movements of the legs or feet in early phases of sleep.

Narcolepsy. Falling asleep suddenly during the day even after adequate nighttime sleep.

Diagnosis and treatment

Keep a sleep diary.

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