Treatment-Naive Women Commonly Overprescribed Zolpidem
Higher-than-recommended dosages were commonly prescribed to women who were new zolpidem users.
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Conversion From Sleep Disorder to Neurodegeneration Studied
Predictors of neurodegeneration from idiopathic REM sleep behavior disorder (iRBD) have been identified.
Insomnia in Late Pregnancy Associated With Perinatal Anxiety
Gestational insomnia is associated with anxiety symptoms, both during pregnancy and after childbirth.
NDA Submitted for Novel Insomnia Treatment Lemborexant
The NDA includes data from two Phase 3 clinical trials (SUNRISE 1 and SUNRISE 2) which included approximately 2000 patients.
PTSD, Depressive Symptoms Mediate Relationship Between Insomnia and Risk for Suicidal Behavior
Symptoms of depression and PTSD may be increased in veterans with insomnia, which may be associated with an increased risk for suicidal behavior.
FDA to Review Treatment for Jet Lag Disorder
In the Phase 3 JET8 study (N=318), patients underwent a circadian challenge of 8 hours in advance to their usual bedtime.
Prevalence of Benzodiazepine Use, Misuse Among US Adults Analyzed
Alprazolam was found to be the most commonly misused benzodiazepine.
Digital Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Effective for Individuals With Insomnia
This research supports the legitimacy of digital cognitive behavioral therapy as a treatment method for individuals with insomnia.
Digital Cognitive Therapy Eases Daytime Effects of Insomnia
Digital cognitive behavioral therapy is effective in improving functional health, psychological well-being, and sleep-related quality of life in people reporting insomnia.
Symptoms of Sleep Disorders Prevalent in Psychiatric Illnesses
The authors argue that identifying and treating sleep disorders during early stages may have a positive impact on outcomes in psychiatric patients.
Fatigue a Potential Indicator of Overlapping Sleep Apnea and COPD
On the basis of these findings, researchers recommended that “[f]atigue should be evaluated whenever there is clinical suspicion of overlap syndrome.”
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