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Treatment of insomnia includes alleviating any physical and emotional problems that are contributing to the condition, and exploring changes in lifestyle that will improve the situation.[read article]

Tests for Insomnia

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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient''s body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems.  More
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Epworth Sleepiness Scale
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Polysomnography is a sleep study. A sleep study monitors you as you sleep, or try to, sleep.Rapid eye movement(REM) sleep Non-rapid eye movement(NREM) sleep.REM sle...  More
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Detailed information on what to expect during a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation  More
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Actigraphy
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Self Care for Insomnia

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The key to weight control is keeping energy intake(food) and energy output(physical activity) in balance. To lose weight, you must burn more calories than you eat.E...  More
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Exercise is any activity requiring physical exertion done for the sake of health. Activities range from walking and yoga to lifting weights and martial arts.Regular...  More
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Researchers say moderate caffeine intake doesn't pose a significant health risk, even for people 65 and older. But the experts are talking about people who don...  More
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Alternative Procedures for Insomnia What's this?

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The practice of acupuncture originated in China 5,000 years ago. Today it is widely used throughout the world and is one of the main pillars of Chinese medicine. Th...  More
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Efficacy Grade A
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Relaxation techniques include behavioral therapeutic approaches that differ widely in philosophy, methodology, and practice. The primary goal is usually non-directe...  More
Efficacy Grade C
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Water has been used medicinally for thousands of years, with traditions rooted in ancient China, Japan, India, Rome, Greece, the Americas, and the Middle East. Ther...  More
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Herbs and Supplements for Insomnia What's this?

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Valerian is an herb native to Europe and Asia, and now grows in most parts of the world. The name is believed to come from the Latin word valere meaning to be healt...  More
Efficacy Grade B
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Melatonin is a hormone produced in the brain by the pineal gland, from the amino acid tryptophan. The synthesis and release of melatonin are stimulated by darkness ...  More
Efficacy Grade C
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A hop is a member of the Cannabacea family, traditionally used for relaxation, sedation, and to treat insomnia. A number of methodologically weak human trials have ...  More
Efficacy Grade C
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The dried aerial parts of Passiflora incarnata have historically been used as a sedative and hypnotic (for insomnia), and for nervous gastrointestinal complaints. H...  More
Efficacy Grade C
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Prescribed Medications for Insomnia

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ZOLPIDEM (zole PI dem) is used to treat insomnia. This medicine helps you to fall asleep and sleep through the night. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ...  More
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ZOLPIDEM (zole PI dem) is used to treat insomnia. This medicine helps you to fall asleep and sleep through the night. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ...  More
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TEMAZEPAM (te MAZ e pam) is a benzodiazepine. It is used to help you to fall asleep and sleep through the night. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask y...  More
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DIPHENHYDRAMINE (dye fen HYE dra meen) is an antihistamine. It is used to treat the symptoms of an allergic reaction. It is also used to treat Parkinson's dise...  More
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FLURAZEPAM (flure AZ e pam) is a benzodiazepine. It is used to treat insomnia. This medicine helps you to fall asleep and sleep through the night. This medicine may...  More
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ESZOPICLONE (es ZOE pi clone) is used to treat insomnia. This medicine helps you to fall asleep and sleep through the night. This medicine may be used for other pur...  More
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LORAZEPAM (lor A ze pam) is a benzodiazepine. It is used to treat anxiety. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist...  More
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TRAZODONE (TRAZ oh done) is used to treat depression. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have question...  More
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OXAZEPAM (ox A ze pam) is a benzodiazepine. It is used to treat anxiety and nervousness. It also can help treat alcohol withdrawal. This medicine may be used for ot...  More
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TRIAZOLAM (trye AY zoe lam) is a benzodiazepine. It is used to treat insomnia. This medicine helps you to sleep. It is only for short-term use, and should generally...  More
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NEFAZODONE (nef AY zoe done) is used to treat depression. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have ques...  More
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LORAZEPAM (lor A ze pam) is a benzodiazepine. It is used to treat anxiety and certain types of seizures. It is also used to cause sleep before surgery and to block ...  More
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ZALEPLON (ZAL e plon) is used to treat insomnia. This medicine helps you to fall asleep. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider...  More
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ESTAZOLAM (es TA zoe lam) is a benzodiazepine. It is used to treat insomnia. This medicine helps you to fall asleep and sleep through the night. This medicine may b...  More
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RAMELTEON (ram EL tee on) is used to treat insomnia. This medicine helps you to fall asleep. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care prov...  More
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Medical Procedures for Insomnia

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Behavioral therapy, or behavioral modification, is a psychological technique based on the premise that specific, observable, maladaptive, badly adjusted, or self-de...  More
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Exposure-Behavior Therapy
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Pioneers in the development of cognitive behavior therapy include Albert Ellis(1929-), who developed rational-emotive therapy(RET) in the 1950s, and Aaron Beck(1921...  More
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Treatment of Underlying Disorders
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Over the Counter Medications for Insomnia

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DIPHENHYDRAMINE (dye fen HYE dra meen) is an antihistamine. It is used to treat the symptoms of an allergic reaction. It is also used to treat Parkinson's dise...  More
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This feature is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the care and information received from your healthcare provider. Please consult a healthcare professional with any health concerns you may have.