Sleep – Delayed Sleep Phase Disorder
RESOURCES FOR PATIENTS AND CAREGIVERS
Delayed sleep phase syndrome (DSPS) is a chronic sleep disorder characterized by a persistent inability to fall asleep and wake up at desired times, typically later than socially acceptable hours.
US Cases: 31 million
World Cases: 665 million
Sex Ratio: M/F
Age Onset: age 20
Brain Area: suprachiasmatic nucleus
Symptoms: hard falling asleep or wake up
Progression: dream-actions may be violent
Therapies: can be in Parkinson’s/Lewy Bodies’
Medications: Clonazepam, Melotonin,Pramipexole
YouTube Video: Delayed Sleep Phase: Everything You Need To Know
Amazon or Library book: Treatise on Delayed Sleep
Support Groups:
MedlinePlus-https://medlineplus.gov>healthtopics