Sleep Insufficient Sleep
RESOURCES FOR PATIENTS AND CAREGIVERS
Insufficient sleep occurs when you don’t get enough sleep to feel alert and perform well. It can be caused by a number of factors, including lifestyle, work, and environmental factors.
US Cases: 155 million
World Cases: 1.6 billion
Sex Ratio: M/F+
Age Onset: 4 months
Brain Area: pfc, amygdala, hippocampus
Symptoms: less than 7 hours is insufficient
Progression: depends on the type of delay
Therapies: bright light, morning light
Medications: melotonin, modafinil
YouTube Video: How lack of sleep affects health and tips for a good night’s rest
Amazon or Library book: Why We Sleep
Support Groups:
MedlinePlus-https://medlineplus.gov>healthtopics